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Pricking Out: (6) Pre- Treat With Fungicide.

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Why should I use fungicide?

Pricking Out: (6) Pre- Treat With Fungicide.

Pre- soak the filled trays with Cheshunt Compound or any fungicide that is recommended for damping-off of seedlings. This is a preventative measure and should ensure that your precious seedlings remain free of the common fungal diseases such as botrytis, pythium and phytopthora, (All are usually lumped together under the name "Damping off")

   

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