Content
- 1 Advantages of treating a polycarbonate greenhouse with copper sulfate in the spring
- 2 Recommended timing
- 3 How to dilute copper sulfate for greenhouse treatment
- 4 Treatment of the greenhouse in the spring before planting with copper sulfate
- 5 Tilling the soil in a greenhouse with copper sulfate in spring
- 6 Precautionary measures
- 7 Conclusion
A greenhouse is an excellent protection for plants from adverse weather conditions, but at the same time insects, microorganisms and other bacteria can quickly penetrate into it and can cause significant harm to the vegetables being grown. Treating a greenhouse in the spring with copper sulfate is used when there is a need to disinfect the soil and polycarbonate greenhouse. As a rule, processing is carried out after the summer season has come to an end or early in the fall, before the start of sowing - about 14 days. Copper sulfate is an excellent remedy that can be used at home when it is impossible to achieve the desired result with water.
Advantages of treating a polycarbonate greenhouse with copper sulfate in the spring
The benefits of this type of treatment in the spring are simply undeniable.Thanks to the use of a solution based on copper sulfate, during the processing of a polycarbonate structure, it is possible to get rid of a large number of pathogens of various types of diseases, among which are the following:
- late blight;
- blackleg;
- fungus;
- septoria;
- monoliosis;
- phytosporosis
In addition, it is possible to destroy all existing harmful insects and their larvae. As practice shows, it is quite easy to process the structure; anyone can handle the work. In addition, do not forget that the best treatment for many diseases is prevention, and copper sulfate is ideal for these purposes.
Recommended timing
If there is a need to process the elements of a polycarbonate greenhouse, then all work should be carried out after the sowing work has come to an end. For these purposes, prepare a solution of the required concentration and spray all elements of the greenhouse or greenhouse.
In most cases, the land is cultivated several weeks before the planned date of planting. During the work, there should be no plants in the greenhouse, as they may die. Particular attention should be paid to the concentration of the drug used, since there is a high probability that significant harm will be caused to the earth. It is best to follow a step-by-step work algorithm, as a result of which you can quickly achieve the desired result and effect.
How to dilute copper sulfate for greenhouse treatment
In order to process a structure made of polycarbonate sheets and primer based on copper sulfate, it is recommended to properly prepare the solution.If you plan to treat the soil, then you should take into account the fact that the concentration of the drug should be much lower. This is primarily due to the fact that copper sulfate can increase the acidity of the soil and have a negative effect on the nutrient soil.
Before starting work, it is recommended to first remove all remaining vegetation from the greenhouse, disinfect the tools used, containers intended for watering, and containers for planting planting material. Only after this can you begin to cultivate the soil. You need to add 50 g of copper sulfate to a bucket of water.
In order to treat a polycarbonate structure and a frame made of metal or plastic, it is necessary to prepare a solution from the following proportions: 100 g of the drug per bucket of water.
The algorithm of actions is as follows:
- The powder is pre-dissolved in a small amount of warm water.
- Adjust the concentration to the desired level by adding the required amount of water.
- To increase the adhesion effect of the solution to the material, you can add a small amount of liquid soap - 150 g.
Once the solution is ready, you can begin work.
Treatment of the greenhouse in the spring before planting with copper sulfate
Before starting planting work, it is recommended to pre-treat the polycarbonate structure with a solution based on copper sulfate.
During the work process, it is recommended to adhere to the following step-by-step work algorithm:
- The first thing you should do is take personal safety precautions and wear rubber gloves.
- In order to treat the walls, ceiling, wooden floors and partitions of the greenhouse, you can use a 10% solution. That is, 100 g of the drug will need to be dissolved in 10 liters of clean water. The water must be heated to 50 °C.
- Before starting the process of applying the prepared solution to the surface of the greenhouse, it is recommended to first clean all structural elements using household chemicals and perform wet cleaning. This is necessary in order to remove existing dirt, dust, and debris. If the greenhouse has wooden structures, then many experts recommend pouring boiling water over them, due to which the effectiveness of copper sulfate will significantly increase.
- It is best to use a spray bottle to apply the solution. Before using the solution, it should be filtered using nylon fiber for this purpose. In some cases, the composition is applied with a brush, after which the procedure is repeated when the composition has dried.
The greenhouse must be re-treated in the same way after 4 months.
Tilling the soil in a greenhouse with copper sulfate in spring
Many summer residents use copper sulfate to treat the soil in a greenhouse in the spring, since this method does not take much time, anyone can do the work, and most importantly, this method of treatment is quite effective and does not require large expenses. To achieve the desired result, it is important to understand exactly how to perform all the steps and dilute the solution.
Soil disinfection is carried out before sowing begins.As a rule, this is done 7 days before the expected time of planting. For these purposes, you need to take 1 liter of clean water and dissolve 30 g of the drug in it, then water the ground.
In order for the powder to dissolve completely, it is recommended to preheat the water to 50 °C. Inside the greenhouse, in the soil, small grooves are made and generously filled with a solution based on copper sulfate. If the soil is contaminated with late blight, mite or blackleg, then this procedure must be repeated, only in combination with other chemicals. As practice and advice from many experts show, it is best not to use such contaminated lands for planting. It is recommended to treat the soil with a 3% solution.
Precautionary measures
Before you begin the process of treating a greenhouse made of polycarbonate material and soil using a solution based on copper sulfate, it is recommended to take into account the fact that you will have to come into contact with a fairly toxic substance. It is for this reason that it is so important not to forget about personal safety measures.
In this case, you will need to use rubber gloves. In addition, it is not recommended to rub your eyes and mucous membranes while working in the greenhouse. If for some reason the drug gets into your eyes, you should immediately rinse them with plenty of cold running water. When all work is completed, you must remove the gloves, discard them, and wash your hands thoroughly with warm water and soap.
Conclusion
Treating a greenhouse with copper sulfate in the spring is a fairly effective way to combat harmful insects, bacteria, fungus and mold. As practice shows, you can prepare the solution and carry out all the work yourself - no difficulties should arise. In addition, do not forget about precautions when working with drugs. If you follow the step-by-step algorithm of work, advice and recommendations from experts, then achieving the desired result will be quite easy, and the greenhouse will be reliably protected.
