Late autumn is an important period for protecting fruit trees from winter disasters.
Proper garden treatment in November serves as a reliable prevention of diseases and pests, guaranteeing the health of trees in the next season.
Preparatory work before processing
The gardener should begin treating the trees after the leaves have completely fallen.
Before using the preparations, it is necessary to clean the tree trunk circles, collect plant debris and remove diseased branches.
Such preparation increases the effectiveness of subsequent protective measures.
Selection of preparations for autumn treatment
Copper sulfate is considered a classic remedy for autumn garden treatment. The solution helps fight fungal and bacterial diseases.
Bordeaux mixture also shows high efficiency against pathogenic microorganisms.
Modern gardeners use ready-made copper-based preparations with a prolonged effect.
Peculiarities of processing different crops
Apple and pear trees require careful treatment against scab and fruit rot. Stone fruit crops require protection against moniliosis and coccomycosis.
The preparations are selected individually for each crop, taking into account their susceptibility to certain diseases.
Pest control
Autumn insecticide treatment helps to destroy wintering pests. Particular attention is paid to the fight against egg-laying moths, scale insects and mites.
The preparations are applied to the trunk and skeletal branches by spraying until the bark is completely wet.
Weather conditions for processing
Garden treatment is carried out in dry, windless weather at an air temperature above +4°C. It is important to take into account the weather forecast, since rain can wash away protective preparations.
The optimal time of day is considered to be morning or evening, when there is no direct sunlight.
Safety precautions during processing
When working with chemicals, it is necessary to use personal protective equipment.
Spraying is carried out taking into account the wind direction to avoid contact of preparations with the skin and respiratory tract. After treatment, the inventory is thoroughly washed.
Folk methods of protection
Whey helps protect trees from sunburn and pests. Wormwood and tobacco decoctions have insecticidal properties.
A solution of wood ash strengthens the immunity of plants and repels some pests. Folk remedies are often used in combination with chemicals.
Frequency and periodicity of treatments
Fruit trees are treated several times during the autumn period.
The first treatment is carried out immediately after harvesting, the second - after leaf fall, and the final - before the onset of stable frosts. Compliance with the treatment schedule guarantees reliable protection of the garden in the winter.
