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Dill seedlings3/2/2023 ![]() Typically, this indicates that the soil is too wet or contains high amounts of nitrogen fertilizer. Damping off is caused by a fungus that is active when there is abundant moisture and soils and air temperatures are above 68 degrees F. The seedling emerges and appears healthy then it suddenly wilts and dies for no obvious reason. Rotate crops.ĭamping Off: This is one of the most common problems when starting plants from seed. Burpee Recommends: Remove infected plants and destroy all plant debris. Check with your local Cooperative Extension Service for pest controls recommended for your area.Ĭercospora Leaf Blight: Small flecks which develop a yellowish halo appear on the leaves and turn brown and coalesce. At the end of the season, let some go to seed to provide a crop for next year.Pinch off spent flowers to help prevent prolific self-sowing.Remove flowers as they appear to help prolong leaf production for a short time.Fertilize as needed with an organic fertilizer.If you water with overhead sprinklers, water early in the day so the foliage has time to dry off before evening, to minimize disease problems. It's best to water with a drip or trickle system that delivers water at low pressure at the soil level. Plants need about 1 inch of rain per week during the growing season. Keep plants well-watered during the growing season, especially during dry spells.Always keep mulches off a plant's stems to prevent possible rot. For herbs, an organic mulch of aged bark or shredded leaves lends a natural look to the bed and will improve the soil as it breaks down in time. Mulches also help retain soil moisture and maintain even soil temperatures.Weeds compete with plants for water, space and nutrients, so control them by either cultivating often or use a mulch to prevent their seeds from germinating. Keep weeds under control during the growing season.Thoroughly water and apply a light mulch layer on top of the soil (1-2 inches) to conserve water and reduce weeds.Use the plant tag as a location marker.Fill with soil to the top of the root ball. Place the top of the root ball even with the level of the surrounding soil.Be careful with the roots as dill roots are easily damaged. Carefully remove the plant from its pot and gently loosen the root ball with your hands to encourage good root development.Dig a hole for each plant large enough to amply accommodate the root ball.Level with a rake to remove clumps of grass and stones. ![]()
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