Pest Control FAQ
Can you tell me what Jeyes is, and what it
may be called in the US?
How do I control Pests and Diseases on my
Fuchsias?
How do I control extreme cases of Fuchsia
Rust?
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Question: Can you
tell me what Jeyes is, and what it may be called in the US?
Answer:
Jeyes is a chemical disinfectant, marketed as Jeyes Fluid by:
Jeyes Limited
Thetford
Norfolk
England.
It is a combination of Tar Oils and Vegetable Oil Soap. It is used
for general disinfecting of drains, dustbins, patios, kennels, yards, cleaning moss and
algae from paths etc, sterilisation of soils and greenhouses.
Please note that it is an irritant and is normally used diluted.
It is covered by the Control of Pesticides Regulations 1986 (UK control).
I don't know what the equivalent would be in the US, but if anyone does
please let us know, so that it can be placed in our FAQ.
Other Places to Look:
No Suggestions.
Question:How do I
control Pests and Diseases on my Fuchsias?
Answer:
There are a large number of chemicals around that can assist you
here. In the Pests & Diseases
section of the site you will see a cross-referenced list which should put you on the
right track. There is also an article in out Articles Section.
Other Places to Look:
BPFS Pests &
Diseases section
BPFS Articles Section
Question:How do I
control extreme cases of Fuchsia Rust?
Answer:
The use of Nimrod T is recommended, but it is not always effective in
the eradication of the disease from Fuchsias.
One year when my plants were bit by the dreaded orange pustules, and
showing no signs of relenting, I reached for a remedy not recommended. I sprayed
with Murphy's Tumbleblight II. This is, I know, not recommended, due to the damage it can
cause to fuchsias, but when rust problems have been severe I have always used it at
slightly less than the recommended strength and found it effective without causing damage.
This is a personal risk and 1 would not
recommend this course of action to anyone else. Proceed with extreme caution if you intend
to have a go.
Other Places to Look:
BPFS Pests & Diseases
section
BPFS Articles Section
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