Greetings!
The year has sped off to a great start. Be watching for information on something new from BioWorks within the next month. As always, we're working to provide growers with even more environmentally responsible, safe and cost-effective solutions. |
| Geranium Propagation Tips |
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By Mark Farnham, Northeast Region Technical Sales Manager
Oh how I remember February, working in the greenhouse in the sun with the temps outside still below freezing and sticking geraniums. There is something to be said for working in shirtsleeves this time of year in New England.
I want to mention a few of the BioWorks products that work well with this crop. First and foremost, RootShield®. Whether you incorporate the granules or drench with the WP formulation, begin by laying the foundation for a healthy root system and vigorous top growth.
 Second, CEASE® and MilStop® in combination works well for controlling Botrytis (shown in image). Click here for recommendations on tank-mixing CEASE and MilStop. CEASE is an excellent preventative for Psuedomonas and Xanthomonas. When used in rotation with copper fungicides it is a sure fire way to stop these diseases from spreading.
Lastly, I suggest that growers consider stocking a gallon or two of SuffOil-X® Spray Oil Emulsion insecticide, miticide, fungicide. For those of you not accustomed with this product now is an opportunity to gain the experience with this product by doing some test spraying and find out just how effective it can be. Contact your regional BioWorks Technical Sales Manager for help. |
| Perennial Treatment |
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 The days are getting longer and the overwintering "slumber" that perennials enjoy is coming to a close. Now is the time to plan your re-application timing of RootShield® WP (half-rate) for those of you that treated last fall.
You may also want to contact your BioWorks Technical Sales Manager to help with root assays to best determine the appropriate rate for the continued success. RootShield will be on the job and ready to work for 12 weeks after application as the days get warmer and plant disease begins to make it's presence known as well.
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