Chili pepper

About The particular species of chili pepper, Capsicum frutescens, is at times categorized under the species Capsicum annuum . The pepper cultivars of [...] (0.12–0.28 in) in diameter) and acrid, their shape is ellipsoid-conical to lanceolate. The fruit (the peppers) usually develop from a pale yellow to a bright [...] perennial (short-lived) plants. The plant’s flowers are white and have a greenish white or greenish yellow corolla. The plant’s berries are very small (10–20

Orchid

About The orchid is part of an extremely large and diverse of flowering plants, the Orchidaceae or the orchid family . The plant’s flower are usually colourful [...] inflorescence, which can consist of many flowers. The majority of orchids which are commercially sold is tropical or subtropical. There are varieties however [...] less than 28,000 known species, divided in about 763 genera. In addition, the flowers of orchids come in many different arrangements. Some only have a single

Pea

About This popular vegetable is a round seed in the seed pod of the fruit, Pisum sativum . Pods of this plant develop from the ovary of a pea flower and carry [...] carry numerous peas. The vegetable is a bright green colour, sometimes yellow or purple and widely grown as a cool season vegetable crop. Immature peas

Predatory mites

Scouting is essential to know where the pest is, how severe the infestation is and to identify the pest. Select the right predatory mite: Choose the appropriate [...] chemical pesticides. Koppert is the pioneer in the development of predatory mite solutions, starting in 1967 with the rearing of the predatory mite Phytoseiulus [...] Quantity: Determine the appropriate quantity of predatory mites needed based on factors such as the size of your crop and the severity of the pest infestation

Radish

About The radish ( Raphanus raphanistrum subsp. Sativus ) is an edible root vegetable that belongs to the Brassicaceae family. This plant was already [...] to mature. The vegetable has a particular sharp or sometimes pungent flavour that derives from the chemical components that are produced by the plant, namely [...] glucosinolate, myrosinase, and isothiocyanate. Radish is now produced and consumed in all parts of the world. The seeds are used to produce oil. Other varieties

Pomegranate

About The pomegranate ( Punica granatum ) is a small tree or deciduous shrub that belongs to the family of Lythraceae . The plant can grow up to between [...] feet) tall. The pomegranate was originally cultivated near modern-day Iran and spread to the Mediterranean region and northern India. The tree’s flowers [...] varieties that do not bear fruit are cultivated for their flowers. The pomegranate’s edible fruit is actually a berry and with regards to size sits between a lemon

Cryptobug-L

1-2 weeks, or until the pest is controlled. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for [...] conditions The minimum temperature for use of Cryptobug is 16°C/61°F. However, as Cryptolaemus montrouzieri favors high temperatures, Cryptobug is most effective [...] Natutec Airobug Dosage The dosage of Cryptobug-L depends on climate, crop and mealybug density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation

Consumers

list. Biological crop protection What is biological crop protection ? The idea behind biological crop protection is very simple: natural enemies such as [...] journey. The plant first has to form fruit before the tomato can actually start to grow. In nature, insects and other animals take care of the pollination [...] and therefore the formation of fruit. Honeybees are traditional important pollinators of arable and horticultural crops. The bumblebee is a close relative

Tropicals

About The definition of ‘Tropical Plants’, are plants that grow naturally in a tropical climate. Tropical plant is a typical north American term, whereas [...] other countries this group of plants is often referred to as ‘Green Potted Plants’. In colder climates north of the equator, tropical plants are often grown [...] grown as houseplants and set outside during the warm, sunny months. Commercially, tropical plants can be grown in colder climates, but they must be grown

Monitoring