Melon

fruit) is actually a berry, or more specifically even, a "pepo". Nowadays many different cultivars are being produced on a commercial scale, especially

Click beetles

6-10 mm long and yellowish brown to black. The eggs are laid in May or June in groups in the soil. They hatch about one month later and the larvae start [...] fully grown the larvae pupate in the soil in summer. The adults appear about 4 weeks after pupation, but usually remain in the soil until the following [...] Hence their name. Their larvae are called wireworms and feed on the roots of many plants. Damage symptoms The click beetles feed on the roots and bore into

Chrysanthemum

and the majority of the different species derive from East Asia. Especially in China a wide range of varieties and cultivars has been developed for commercial [...] look like daisies or pompoms or buttons. This particular genus consists of many hybrids and an extensive range of cultivars that are produced for commercial

Plant Health

algae: stress adaptation and growth promotion Marine algae, rich in phytohormones, aid in stress adaptation and promote root and shoot growth, nutrient uptake [...] pest control Over the years, biological pest control has proven effective in managing pests without the drawbacks of chemical pesticides. Beneficial arthropods [...] chemical residue standards. Nurturing plant-soil interaction Understanding how plants interact with their environment is crucial. Photosynthesis, the source-sink

Potato

part of the world’s food supply and many people’s diet. In terms of volume, potato is the fourth-largest food crop in the world, after maize, wheat and rice [...] The plant is an herbaceous perennial and came to Europe from Latin America in the second half of the 16th century. Potatoes as a food crop were introduced

Phytoseiulus persimilis

mite (Tetranychus urticae) and has been used in many crops worldwide, mainly in greenhouses, but also in outdoor crops such as strawberries. This predatory [...] disappears rapidly in the absence of suitable prey. When prey is in short supply, mainly adult females will leave the prey patch in search of other spider [...] Phytoseiulus persimilis in sachets The predatory mite Phytoseiulus persimilis is also available in breeding sachets ( Spidex Vital Plus). In this case the predatory

Mushroom

grown in controlled, sterilized environments. Several varieties of A. bisporus are grown commercially, including whites, crimini, and portobello. Many other [...] poisonous effects on humans and desirable taste and aroma. Most mushrooms sold in supermarkets have been commercially grown on mushroom farms. The most popular

Flowering potted plants

About There are many species of flowering potted plants, the most common species are: Poinsettia is well known and popular for its large red, white and [...] these species are usually grown indoors and are used as ornamental houseplants in countries with colder climates. Kalanchoe is a tropical, succulent flowering

Bactosan

funnel. Once inside they cannot escape and will land and sink in the liquid attractant. How to use Bactosan Trap Hang trap 3 - 4 feet above ground level [...] trap is used for capturing melon and oriental fruit flies . The trap is used in combination with species-specific Pherodis pheromone and fruit fly attractant [...] infestations of fruit flies as well as for monitoring insect populations. How does Bactosan trap work? Bactosan trap is used for trapping a wide variety

Cut flowers

has its origins in Asia and North and South America. Some species have developed into large trees, others into small compact shrubs. In recent decades, [...] plants. Most lilies originate from temperate areas in the northern hemisphere, but they also occur in the northern subtropics. [...] About Many plants with an ornamental value are specially grown as cut flowers. This concerns various types. Origin, cultivation method and substrate differ