| View previous topic :: View next topic |
| Author |
Message |
Chris
Guest
|
 Posted: Sat Jul 12, 2008 3:43 pm Post subject: Bonsai Hydroponics Problems |
 |
|
Hi,
I'm quite new to both bonsai and hydroponics, but I've been keeping a
couple Ficus, Willow, and Serissa alive for a few months in an ebb and
flow setup using lava rock gravel as the medium and supplemental
fluorescent lighting.
I change the water about once a month, but recently I've noticed a
problem. A fine white fluffy mold has started growing on the roots and
leaves. This is really perplexing me, because I spray each plant with
a fungicide every few weeks. The specific brand I'm using is
"Fungicide 3" by Garden Safe, a pesticide/fungicide mix. I lost my
first bonsai, a juniper, to a combination of spider mites and
insufficient of light, so I've been keeping a much closer eye on my
current bonsai.
So far, the plants aren't show any signs of distress, but I've only
just noticed the problem. How concerned should I be about the mold? If
it's harmful, what would be the best way to get rid of it and stop it
from returning?
Thanks,
Chris |
|
| |
|
 Back to top |
Scooter the Mighty
Guest
|
| Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2008 10:11 pm Post subject: Re: Bonsai Hydroponics Problems |
|
|
On Jul 12, 8:43 am, Chris <chriss...@gmail.com> wrote:
| Quote: | Hi,
I'm quite new to both bonsai and hydroponics, but I've been keeping a
couple Ficus, Willow, and Serissa alive for a few months in an ebb and
flow setup using lava rock gravel as the medium and supplemental
fluorescent lighting.
I change the water about once a month, but recently I've noticed a
problem. A fine white fluffy mold has started growing on the roots and
leaves. This is really perplexing me, because I spray each plant with
a fungicide every few weeks. The specific brand I'm using is
"Fungicide 3" by Garden Safe, a pesticide/fungicide mix. I lost my
first bonsai, a juniper, to a combination of spider mites and
insufficient of light, so I've been keeping a much closer eye on my
current bonsai.
So far, the plants aren't show any signs of distress, but I've only
just noticed the problem. How concerned should I be about the mold? If
it's harmful, what would be the best way to get rid of it and stop it
from returning?
Thanks,
Chris
|
Not to jump immediately to a tangent, but why are you raising bonsai
hydroponically? I'm not an expert but from what I've heard, mold is a
real problem for hydroponics.
On the other hand, I think the most common white fluffy stuff you find
on your plants is produced by insects rather than mold. I wonder it
that's what you have, which would explain why anti-fungals are
ineffective. |
|
| |
|
| Back to top |
simmy
Guest
|
| Posted: Sat Aug 09, 2008 2:02 pm Post subject: Re: Bonsai Hydroponics Problems |
|
|
On Wed 16 Jul 2008 23:11:37, Scooter the Mighty wrote:
| Quote: | On Jul 12, 8:43 am, Chris <chriss...@gmail.com> wrote:
Hi,
I'm quite new to both bonsai and hydroponics, but I've been keeping
a couple Ficus, Willow, and Serissa alive for a few months in an
ebb and flow setup using lava rock gravel as the medium and
supplemental fluorescent lighting.
I change the water about once a month, but recently I've noticed a
problem. A fine white fluffy mold has started growing on the roots
and leaves. This is really perplexing me, because I spray each
plant with a fungicide every few weeks. The specific brand I'm
using is "Fungicide 3" by Garden Safe, a pesticide/fungicide mix. I
lost my first bonsai, a juniper, to a combination of spider mites
and insufficient of light, so I've been keeping a much closer eye
on my current bonsai.
So far, the plants aren't show any signs of distress, but I've only
just noticed the problem. How concerned should I be about the mold?
If it's harmful, what would be the best way to get rid of it and
stop it from returning?
Thanks, Chris
Not to jump immediately to a tangent, but why are you raising bonsai
hydroponically? I'm not an expert but from what I've heard, mold is
a real problem for hydroponics.
On the other hand, I think the most common white fluffy stuff you
find on your plants is produced by insects rather than mold. I
wonder it that's what you have, which would explain why anti-fungals
are ineffective.
|
I have tree problems too. Maybe I should post a photo. |
|
| |
|
| Back to top |
|
