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 |
Bonsai Hydroponics Problems
On Jul 12, 8:43*am, Chris 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. |
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