Basic prevention tips

July 25, 2008

A turtle feasting on a strawberry
Growing Hydroponically is a great way to avoid pests and disease. Soil borne diseases wonâ€™t be a worry if you thoroughly wash off any plant imported to your system. If the plants get the proper amount of nutrients they will be healthy and less prone to diseases and infestations.

Insect infestations should be taken care of immediately, the best way would be to use the pest insects natural predator. This way, you donâ€™t add any potentially harmful chemicals, or anything unnatural to the plant.

Keeping your plants well ventilated and the proper temperature will be your best defense against mould. The temperature will vary depending on the variety of plants your growing.

If you are growing outdoors, you will want to keep the plants elevated or on a deck too keep wildlife from attacking your delicious strawberries!

Written by Matt · Filed Under Pest Control