Hom is a popular drug among gardeners. It is a contact pesticide fungicide and is of inorganic origin. Its action is aimed at combating fungal and infectious diseases.
The principle of the drug
The action of the remedy is similar to copper sulfate or Bordeaux liquid. However, Hom has a number of advantages over them:
- It is used both outdoors and indoors.
- Suitable for processing fruit and vegetable crops, ornamental plants, green spaces.
- The working solution is easy to prepare and use.
- Compatible with other insecticides and fungicides.
- Environmentally friendly.
- Does not possess phytotoxicity.
- Its crystals are not destroyed by sunlight.
The drug is widely used in the fight against diseases such as:
- rust;
- late blight;
- spotting;
- powdery mildew and many other fungal diseases.
The tool is a copper chloride salt and is available in the form of a green-blue powder.
What is the mechanism of action based on
"Hom" is a contact-active drug. It is capable of destroying pathogens of dangerous diseases at all stages of development. When processing the surface of the leaves, it protects the plant from the penetration of the pathogen.
Oxychloride enters the cells of pathogenic microorganisms. Then it interferes with the process of mineralization of organic matter, bacteria gradually die.
For example, potatoes sprayed with this preparation are less attacked by the Colorado potato beetle.
Rot, stains and mildew on trees stop growing and spreading.
The remedy is actively used even in the initial stages of infection, when the first symptoms are detected, but when the disease has not yet been identified.
Advantages and disadvantages of the drug
Before proceeding with the processing of the planting with this substance, take into account its advantages and disadvantages.
Pros of using:
- The Homa solution forms a protective film on the surface of the plant, which is a serious obstacle for pathogens and insect pests.
- It acts on the surface of leaves and stems without penetrating into plant tissues.
- Destroys the causative agent of the disease, acting at the cellular level.
- Pathogens do not develop drug resistance.
- If the instructions are followed, it is completely safe for humans.
However, there are also a few downsides:
- The product is not medicinal. It is used only as a prophylaxis.
- Does not destroy the causative agent of the disease that has penetrated the plant tissue.
- The solution is used only in dry weather - it is easily washed off by rain.
- The consumption of the drug is uneconomical.
- Has a specific smell.
How to properly prepare a working solution
Hom is only suitable for spraying. The treatment is carried out during the growing season of the plant. Choose a dry, windless, cloudy day.
The working solution is prepared as follows:
- Take 40 g of powder and dilute in 100 ml of hot water.
- Bring to complete dissolution.
- Then the concentrate, stirring thoroughly, is poured into a bucket of water.
No more than 1 liter of the drug is taken per 10 m2. Consumption is increased if plants are tall or with a dense green mass.
Do not store the remains of the drug.
In order for the product to stick better to the leaves, some gardeners recommend adding a small amount of low-fat milk or whey. For 10 liters, it uses no more than 0.5 cups of milk.
The drug "Hom" has a number of advantages and only a few disadvantages. Treatment with a solution based on it is a high-quality prevention against a large number of infectious and fungal diseases, protection against insect pests.
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