Controlling Stem Canker is a combination of proper pruning - TopicsExpress



          

Controlling Stem Canker is a combination of proper pruning procedures and appropriate fungicides. 1. As stated above, keep canes from crossing each other. Even if they appear not to be touching, wind and growth can change that condition. 2. Pruning out dead or dying wood during your regular visits to the garden is also essential. 3. And when planting new plants, use care not to damage canes. If you should damage a cane seriously, consider removing the cane entirely. 4. Likewise, when pruning or deadheading, cut back to the node. Failing to do so, results in dieback to the node, and the resulting dead wood is an invitation to canker spores. 5. As for fungicides, those that control black spot on ornamentals will also control canker.
Posted on: Sun, 09 Jun 2013 17:58:29 +0000

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