Fungicide "Fundazol": how to apply during treatment

Purpose and properties

The drug Fundazol is used to treat plants from a variety of infections and diseases, the development of which is provoked by pathogenic fungi. The fungicide is also used for preventive treatment of plants, as well as for treating seeds before sowing.

The drug is successfully used not only on most agricultural crops, but also on ornamental and indoor plants. According to the instructions, weather conditions do not interfere with processing, so Fundazol can be used in various regions of the country with any climate.

Benomyl quickly penetrates the plant structure, moving along the foliage and roots of the crop. In this case, part of the substance settles on the surface of the plant, creating a protective white coating.

Foundationazol for indoor flowers

The practice of using the drug Fundazol for indoor plants is quite common. Most often it is used to combat fungal diseases of indoor orchids. Detecting a fungal infection is quite simple: the leaves and stems begin to change color and become softer to the touch.

It is at the stage when the lesion has not yet affected the entire plant that it is recommended to use Fundazol for orchids as soon as possible. In this case, you need to take a transparent container, fill it with dry soil and pieces of polystyrene foam, moisten it with a pre-prepared solution and move the orchid into it.

You should not spray the orchid itself, nor should you trim the leaves. However, the latter may come in handy if the drug affects them negatively.

If the disease causes blackening of the leaves, the infected stems should be cut off immediately and carefully. The cut areas must be treated with a solution.

Indoor flowers are rather delicate plants, the care of which requires special care. However, if the drug is used correctly, this should not be a problem.

The mechanism of action of the drug Fundazol

The effectiveness of the action is to stop the growth of fungi and their vital activity, due to the disruption of nuclear division of pathogenic organisms. It makes no difference how the drug gets onto the plant - through foliage, stems, roots or seeds.

The result of the fungicidal action can be observed already three days after treatment. The protective function lasts for a week, which is also indicated in the instructions.

Important! Not everyone knows about the acaricidal ability of benomyl - it suppresses not only adult spider mites, but also the eggs they lay. The product has a detrimental effect on leaf beetle larvae and aphids, as well as their eggs.

Based on the instructions for use, Fundazol is used to treat the following pathologies:

• pythium and phanomycete root rot;
• Alternaria blight;
• fusarium and helminthosporium root rot;
• powdery mildew;
• ascochyta;
• anthracnose;
• gray rot;
• wet rot;
• molding of seeds;
• stem smut;
• silver scab;
• smut;
• rhizoctanio;
• fusarium;
• snow mold;
• blackleg.

The drug is used to treat ornamental plants, agricultural and garden crops, shrubs and fruit trees, berries and flowers.

Attention! Compliance with the dosage specified in the instructions for use will protect plants from the toxic effects of the drug. Although the product is not phytotoxic, increased doses may have a detrimental effect on treated crops.

The fungicide can be used not only in spring, but also in autumn. It is effective over a wide temperature range, as reflected in the instructions.

Ridomil Gold

A two-component drug based on mancozeb (64%) and mefenoxam (4%). Designed for the prevention and treatment of fungal diseases. Particularly effective in early detection of the disease. It is a beige granule that dissolves well in water. Mancozeb protects the plant from the outside, and mefenoxam protects the plant from the inside.

Advantages:

• Can be used for preventive and therapeutic purposes
• Creates a lasting barrier against pests and protects even those parts of plants that have not been treated
• Quickly penetrates deep into the plant

Flaws:

• Highly toxic to humans and domestic animals
• Has low efficiency

Used for the prevention and control of the following diseases of roses: black spot, downy mildew, anthracnose, cercospora, etc.

Application

Granules (25 g) are diluted in water (10 l) and used immediately after. It is advisable to spray roses with Ridomil Gold in the morning in dry weather.

Diseases of garden roses and their treatment

Advantages and disadvantages

Among the main advantages of Fundazol are:

1. The drug works with a large list of diseases, and can be used not only for treatment, but also for a protective effect on plants.
2. The effectiveness of the application is maintained in all weather conditions.
3. Availability of a convenient release form.
4. Can be used for indoor crops, including orchids.

Among the shortcomings, gardening experts identify several of the most important factors:

1. Toxicity of the drug.
2. The need to take precautions when working with it.
3. Habituation of pathogenic fungi to benomyl.
4. Ineffectiveness in the fight against diseases of coniferous vegetation.

Despite the presence of shortcomings, Fundazol is highly popular among gardeners and owners of agricultural land, since it is not only low cost, but also easy to use: this is helped by convenient instructions for use.

Description and composition

The fungicide is used both for the treatment of affected parts and for prevention. Experienced gardeners often use it to treat seeds and other planting material. This helps to protect the plant in advance from possible attacks by pests or diseases.

In addition, the drug is effective in combating fungal and infectious diseases.

However, it is worth remembering that before you start using the mixture, you should carefully read not only the application rules, but also the list of contraindications. This is especially important since fungicides are toxic substances and an overdose can lead to a number of unpleasant consequences.

Distinguished by a high level of efficiency, the mixture quickly and efficiently stops the spread of the disease without causing harm to the plant itself. However, in order to minimize the risk of overdose, you should be extremely careful and follow all precautions.

The drug Fundazol, composition and features:

It is worth applying the drug with gloves to prevent contact with the skin or mucous membranes.

Although the fungicide is almost harmless to human health, it should be used with caution.

Rules for preparing the solution

The dosage of the active substance directly depends on the crop to be processed. According to the instructions, the average dose safe for use on all plants can be considered 1 g/1 liter of water.

Attention! Water for preparing the working composition should be taken purified or settled. The liquid must be poured into a plastic or glass container in small portions.

The solution is prepared by mixing the required amount of Fundazol with the required volume of water. In this case, it is important to mix the product thoroughly, not allowing it to settle and stick to the walls of the vessel. Watering or spraying must be done immediately after diluting the working composition.

Reviews

Gardeners and gardeners have mostly positive reviews of the drug Fundazol. The drug has good effectiveness, is compatible with most types of chemicals, and is easy to use.

• Alexander. “I have been using the drug Fundazol for several years. He amazed me with his ability to quickly cope with fungal diseases. At first I used the chemical in the garden, and now I started treating indoor flowers with this product.”
• Ilya. “A friend told me about the drug Fundazol. He uses this product at his dacha to treat vegetable plants growing in a greenhouse. I myself decided to test the product on my orchid. The flower became sick with root rot. I was sorry to part with my green pet, so I took my friend’s advice. Fundazol’s work surprised me; just 2 weeks after the treatment, my orchid began to grow again, and there were no traces of the disease left.”
• Anna. “I regularly treat my vineyard with foundationazole. This delicate plant is often susceptible to attack by bacteria and infections, and preventative treatment with a fungicide helps me prevent the development of unpleasant diseases.”

Fungicide Fundazol has a powerful antifungal effect. It is used for the prevention and treatment of various plant crops, including home flowers.

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Dosage and application features

The instructions for use indicate that treatment can be carried out in various ways: spraying, spilling soil at the roots, treating seeds. In total, two treatments can be carried out in a season, but after that, over the next 2 - 3 seasons, the use of benzimidazoles will be ineffective, since Fundazol quickly causes fungal resistance to the active substance.

The number of uses of the product may also depend on the existing pathology:

• spotting (of any kind) – from 2 to 4 procedures;
• mold on planting material – 1 time;
• gray rot, bulbous rot, root rot - twice application;
• powdery mildew – triple treatment;
• Fusarium - double use.

Important! The instructions for use indicate that vegetables must be processed several weeks before harvest (tomatoes - a week and a half, cucumbers - 7 - 10 days, fruit trees - 3 weeks).

For vegetable crops

Fundazol can be used equally effectively for garlic and onions, as well as for tomatoes and cucumbers. In this case, the average dosage is 10 g of the substance per 10 liters of liquid.

cucumbers

Instructions for use of Fundazol for cucumbers determine the dosage of the drug in the treatment and prevention of the development of powdery mildew. For therapeutic purposes, at the first symptoms of the disease, the fungicide is diluted at the rate of 10 g per 10 liters of water, for preventive measures - 5 g per 10 liters.

Tomatoes

Tomatoes are treated in the same dosage at the first manifestation of symptoms. The product can also be used for seed treatment. The instructions determine the dosage for preparing the solution in the proportions of 1 g of substance per 1 liter of liquid.

Cabbage

Cabbage, as a rule, is not watered with Fundazol; it is used to treat the soil before planting seedlings. To do this, according to the instructions, prepare a solution of 10 liters of water and 15 g of the substance.

For fruit trees and berry crops

Scab or powdery mildew may appear on trees such as apple and pear trees. To combat these diseases, fruit crops can be treated with a solution of Fundazol. The instructions for use indicate the working dosage – 10 g/10 l. Spraying is carried out before flowering or after harvesting at the rate of 3 - 5 liters per tree.

Strawberries and strawberries are also sprayed against powdery mildew and gray rot with a solution prepared from 10 g of the substance diluted in 10 liters of water. Treatment can be carried out before flowering and after picking berries. For every 10 m2 there should be at least 1 liter of working composition.

For orchids

When treating domestic plants, including orchids, the solution is applied in a ratio of 10 to 10. Spraying or watering should be carried out at the first symptoms of spotting or powdery mildew.

The instructions emphasize that the composition is toxic. When using it at home, increased precautions must be taken.

For seed treatment

To treat seeds, you can use not only the Fundazol solution, but also undiluted powder. As indicated in the instructions for use, this can be done even a few hours before sowing.

If it is necessary to pickle garlic bulbs, then they need to be soaked for a day in a concentrated solution of the substance - 10 g per 500 ml of water.

The bulbous material of gladioli is soaked for 3 hours in a weaker composition prepared from 2 liters of water and 10 g of powder.

Potatoes are immersed in the solution several hours before planting. The composition, according to the instructions, should be prepared at the rate of 10 g of Fundazol per 500 ml of liquid.

Instructions for use

Fitosporin-M is used to treat cuttings, seeds, and prepare land before planting and sowing. The treatment can be carried out in any weather, but it is advisable to spray the crops again after rains. Depending on the weather, the frequency of spraying is 7-14 days. During the long rainy season, it makes sense to spray immediately after the rain. If you use the preparation for watering, then for vegetables the frequency of treatments is 1 time per month, for shrubs and fruit trees - 2 times a month, for indoor plants - 1 time per month.

“Fitosporin-M” powder is diluted in water at room temperature (ratio 1:2). It is useless to sprinkle the powder on the soil and plants, since the bacteria have not been activated.

There is no need to dilute the liquid product; it is already ready for use. The drug in the required doses (drop by drop) is added to the water.

The packaged paste is dissolved in water in a ratio of 1:2 (200 g of paste per 400 g of water). The result is a concentrated substrate that is added to plant treatment solutions or diluted with water before use.

Based on reviews from gardeners who used Fitosporin-M, we can conclude that this product should be available to every self-respecting gardener. It is multifunctional and easy to use. The main thing is to follow the instructions.

Precautionary measures

Fundazol belongs to hazard class 2 and is toxic to humans and fish. Meanwhile, it is of little danger to soil organisms, birds and bees.

Since the fungicide can cause allergic reactions, it is necessary to work with it using special precautions. Experts advise using safety glasses, a mask or respirator, gloves and a hat. When working with the composition, it is forbidden to drink, smoke and eat. After completing spraying or watering, you must thoroughly wash the container used, wash your clothes and wash your hands and face with soap.

At the first signs of poisoning, you need to induce vomiting, take absorbents and contact a medical facility. If the drug gets into the eyes, they must be rinsed with plenty of running water. The same should be done if the product comes into contact with the skin.

Security measures

When working with Fundazol, you must wear protective clothing, goggles, a respirator, rubber boots and gloves. Do not use containers intended for preparing and eating food to mix the solution. You should also not eat, drink or smoke while working with the drug. At the end of the procedure, you need to change clothes, rinse your mouth, wash your hands and face with soap and put in order protective clothing, shoes and accessories.

It is better not to use Fundazol at home. To treat indoor plants, they need to be taken out into the yard or onto the balcony.

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Compatibility of the fungicide Fundazol with other products

Fundazol, according to the instructions for use, is well compatible with many drugs, including growth regulators, insecticides, pesticides and fungicides. Do not dilute the product with alkaline compounds. If there is no information about compatibility in the instructions, then before applying the working composition it is necessary to conduct a test - mix a small amount of products in a transparent container. If a clear sediment appears after stirring, a conclusion is drawn about the incompatibility of the substances.

Topaz

A fungicide preparation based on penconazole for the treatment of powdery mildew and other diseases. Sold as an emulsion concentrate.

Advantages:

• Applicable to a large variety of plants
• Thanks to its pronounced effect, the number of treatments can be reduced
• Once inside the plants, it is carried through the capillaries to every area, even to those where the solution did not reach when sprayed.

Flaws:

• Toxic to some animals
• With frequent use it accumulates in the ground

Application

To combat powdery mildew, dilute 2 g of the drug in water (10 liters). To get rid of rust, the dosage must be doubled. Roses should be sprayed with this systemic fungicide no more than three times a season every 15 days.

How can I replace Fundazol?

Since Fundazol has recently been difficult to find in specialized stores, many gardeners are looking for new generation products that can replace the fungicide. These include:

• Derosal;
• Fitosporin;
• Topsin-M;
• Vitaros;
• Fundazim;
• Ferazim.

All of them have antifungal effects. Experienced gardeners consider the fungicide Fitosporin to be the best analogue of Fundazol, since it is of organic origin. In addition, it, like other analogues - Trichodermin and Bioreid - is classified as low-hazard (class 4).

The principle of action of the fungicide

"Fundazol" is used to prevent and cure fungal infections on wheat and winter rye, sugar beets. On private farms it is also used for processing vegetable and fruit crops and flowers. Used for seed treatment. This treatment helps to reduce the risk of seedlings becoming infected with fungi in advance.

Expert opinion

Zarechny Maxim Valerievich

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The drug is highly effective, quickly and effectively stops the spread of the disease, without affecting the cultivated plants themselves.

Benomyl penetrates plant tissue, where it is converted into the fungicidal compound carbendazim, which destroys fungi and prevents their spread.

Features of use

Benomyl spreads in plants only along the xylem in the acropetal direction, i.e. from the roots along the stem to the leaves through the vascular system that carries nutrients. Fundazol penetrates parasitic fungi primarily through their feeding appendages with suckers-haustoria. Fundazol does not spread through the phloem (the vascular system that removes plastic substances from photosynthetic organs). The integumentary tissues of plants and fungi are little permeable to benomyl. Second, benomyl is very poorly soluble in both water and most organic solvents. The “solution” of the drug is actually a suspension, a thin suspension. Further, Fundazol has little effect on fungal hyphae. And another feature essential for practice is the cumulative phytotoxicity of the drug. Up to a certain concentration, Fundazol is not phytotoxic, but its accumulation in the soil leads to plant inhibition - decreased yield, increased sensitivity to adverse conditions and diseases. Based on this, the use of Fundazol for plants is carried out taking into account the following. circumstances:

1. The drug is most effective in the initial stages of the disease, when the fungal covers have not yet become stronger;
2. Spraying with Fundazol is not very effective: the mushrooms will be affected only where the drug hits, and then weakly;
3. The working “solution” of Fundazol greatly wears out the sprayer even with a special suspension nozzle, because the mechanical hardness of crystalline benomyl is quite high;
4. If Fundazol is nevertheless used by spraying, then, contrary to the usual rules, it is better to carry it out in the morning on a sunny day (benomyl is light-resistant), when the roots and xylem are working with might and main;
5. Application of Fundazol is effective by watering the soil. But at the same time, due to its high stability in the soil, the drug accumulates in it. Which, by the way, was warned about in the instructions for the first batches by the developers;
6. Young shoots and, especially, peduncles from the treated plants must be removed - they will strongly draw the current through the xylem and transfer benomyl to the fruits, and almost no poison will reach harmful mushrooms;
7. You also need to remove leaves that are heavily affected by the disease: the drug will not respond well to “mature” mushrooms, and again the poison will have little effect on sensitive young colonies.