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are 



at an early stage. The fungus propagates rapidly, and the spores 

 widely distributed by every puff of wind. Remedies: 1. As soon as 

 the fungus is detected remove all the affected leaves carefully and burn 

 them. In this way it is quite possible to get rid of the pest if it is dealt 

 with at an early stage. 2. When not very bad the fungus may be kept 



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Spores of Fungus 

 (Magnified r>00 Times). 



Affected 



in check to a great extent by spraying the plants with either Ammoniacal 

 Solution of Copper Carbonate, Bordeaux Mixture, Eau Celeste, or 

 Sulphate of Iron. Directions for preparing and using these fungicides 

 will be found at page 98, volume 1. When plants are badly affected it 

 will be advisable to remove and destroy them as soon as practicable so as 

 to prevent the fungus from spreading. 



Mifdew. Sometimes Strawberry plants are attacked by various forms 

 of Mildew, either upon the roots, leaves, or flower stems. The most 

 general cause is the want of drainage, but the result may be due to the 

 use of strong fresh manure. .Remedy : Water with a solution of 

 Sulphate of Iron. 



