Organic farming has an impact on the traditional, is actively promoting the development of new methods of agricultural engineering, the emergence of environmentally friendly microbiological preparations of a new generation. "Fitosporin-M" refers specifically to such drugs, and instructions for its use and reviews of its effectiveness will help to move away from the use of harmful chemical plant care products.
- "Fitosporin-M": description of the drug
- Active ingredient and mechanism of action "Fitosporin-M"
- Instructions for use "Fitosporina-M"
- Processing methods
- Dosage of the drug for different cultures
- "Fitosporin-M": the benefits of biofungicide
- Precautions when working with the drug
- Storage conditions "Fitosporin-M"
"Fitosporin-M": description of the drug
What is "Fitosporin" and how to use it - every gardener or a gardener should know, because according to reviews, it is one of the most effective anti-fungal agents in crop production. This drug is used not only for the treatment and prevention of various diseases (blackleg, bacteriosis, rezoktonioza, etc.), but also for presowing treatment of seeds, roots of seedlings, vegetables for their better preservation, etc.
On sale there are various modifications of the drug: the active active ingredient remains the same everywhere, but supplements change depending on the cultures. So, gardeners and gardeners, most often, prefer the universal "Fitosporin-M"; among vegetable growers, the use of "Fitosporin" for tomatoes, potatoes and other vegetables is popular, among fans of houseplants - "Fitosporina" for flowers.
Fitosporin-M is issued in the form:
- powder of light gray or white color, packaged in sachets (from 10 g to 300 g). In this form, the preparation can be stored without loss of useful properties for 4 years or more (according to user feedback). Of disadvantages - rather long dissolution in water (it is necessary to soak in advance).
- pastes of thick consistency and dark color (in sealed bags from 10 g to 200 g). It also has a long shelf life. It is easily dissolved in water;
- liquids (used mainly for indoor plants). This is a ready substrate. Bottled in bottles, bottles and cans (up to 10 liters). It can not be frozen. Impact on plants - lighter and softer.
Active ingredient and mechanism of action "Fitosporin-M"
"Fitosporin-M" - this natural biofungicide. The drug "Fitosporin" (as the instruction on its use tells us) contains live spores and cells (2 billion / g) soil bacteria Bacillus subtilis - strain 26D (hay bacillus). 
This type of bacteria tolerates frost, heat and drought well, in case of adverse conditions it easily turns into a spore state..
In addition to the active substance, the composition of "Fitosporin" may include additional - Gumi (made of brown coal and contains nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium), chalk (used as a binder) and others (the corresponding inscriptions on the package will indicate this).
Instructions for use "Fitosporina-M"
On the back of each package "Fitosporin-M" is a general instruction on the use of the drug.
It will help to orient in the main issues: how and when to process plants, how to plant and in what doses to use the drug.
Processing methods
"Fitosporin" is used for:
- treatment of plants (the effectiveness of the drug often depends on the degree of neglect of the disease and the damage to the plant: in severe cases, it is impossible to do without chemicals, but the initial stages of the disease are very good for Fitosporin and it will also speed up the rehabilitation process at the recovery stage);
- plant disease prevention;
- seed soaking;
- processing cuttings;
- soil preparation before sowing or planting crops.
Particularly noteworthy is the question "How to prepare the drug" Fitosporin - M "for use?”, I.e. how to properly dilute it.
Liquid "Fitosporin" for indoor plants and to prepare for planting seeds or bulbs need not be diluted - He is ready to use. The drug in the right doses (drop by drop) is simply added to the water.
The packaged paste is dissolved in water in a ratio of 1: 2 (200 g of paste are diluted with 400 g of water). The result is a concentrated substrate that can be added at any time to plant treatment solutions or diluted with water immediately before use.
Many gardeners consider using the powder less economical, as it is easier and more profitable to dilute the Fitosporin-M paste once a season (the resulting substrate retains all its properties for 6 months).
Processing (spraying, watering) plants are carried out in any weather (but you need to take into account that bacteria of hay bacillus are afraid of the bright sun, and rain can wash off some of the drug). Therefore, it is desirable to handle immediately after the rain (or 2-3 hours before it), in the evening or morning sun.
The number of sprays for medicinal purposes depends on weather conditions. - one spray in 14 days in dry weather and every 7 days - in the rainy season. Watering crops and houseplants at the root of the preparation should be once a month, fruit and berry - twice (1 liter of solution per plant). 
"Fitosporin" is also used in the fall and spring for preventive spraying of all plants.After the application of chemicals in the treatment of plants, the treatment with this preparation is also useful for faster restoration of their microflora.
Dosage of the drug for different cultures
The dosage of the drug consumption depends on the method of treatment, the culture and the intended use.
The solution is prepared by diluting the powder in water. The dosage of the drug is as follows:
- 2-3 tsp per 1 liter of water - preventive spraying of cabbage (twice, after the first and second week after planting), cucumbers (spraying three times a season every two weeks);
- 5 g per 10 liters of water - preparation of greenhouses for planting plants (tillage before planting seedlings and spraying the surface of greenhouses "Fitosporin");
- tablespoon of the drug in 1 liter of water - tomatoes (seedling roots soaked for two hours, water on the third day after transplanting, 200 ml under each bush);
- 5 g per 10 liters of water - therapeutic and prophylactic spraying of fruit and berry trees and shrubs (double: when the leaves bloom and when the ovary appears);
- 10 g per 0.5 l of water - preplant treatment of flower tubers and bulbs (the norm is 20 kg);
- 1.5 g per 0.1 l - preparation for sowing seeds (soak for two hours);
- 10 g per 5 l - processing roots of seedlings against rot (soak for 2 hours, after planting is completed, pour seedling with the same solution);
- 10 g per 5 l - spraying against fungal diseases of potato leaves (repeated after two weeks);
- 1.5 g per 2 liters (prophylaxis), 1 l (treatment) - spraying indoor plants;
Dosage of pasta and water:
- 10 drops per 1 liter (for spraying) and fifteen (for watering) potted indoor plants;
- 3 tsp to 10 liters of water - preventive treatment of soil and compost;
- 3 teaspoons per 10 liters of water - spraying in the therapeutic and preventive purposes of garden crops and flowers.
- 4 drops per 200 ml - treatment of cuttings, bulbs, seeds before planting (at least two hours).
Dosage of bottled "Fitosporin":
- 4 drops per 200 ml - preventive spraying of house plants;
- 10 drops per 200 ml - treatment and prevention (watering and spraying) of potted flowering plants;
- 4 tbsp. spoons on 1 l of water - processing before planting potatoes (it is necessary to dip tubers in solution). The dosage is calculated on a bucket of potatoes.
"Fitosporin-M": the benefits of biofungicide
Tillage "Fitosporin" (spring and autumn), spraying and watering of street and indoor plants have a positive effect on their condition and yield.
The biological fungicide "Fitosporin-M" performs several important functions:
- protects and treats several diseases at the same time (which distinguishes it from a number of other biofungicides);
- possesses growth regulating activity.
Among the main advantages of the drug stands out:- high environmental friendliness (the product is safe for humans (hazard class 4) and for bees (grade 3).The waiting period is minimal (for example, the use of "Fitosporin" on strawberries allows the berries to be eaten the very next day);
- high efficiency of action against pathogens (fungi and bacteria) inside plants, aboveground parts and in the root zone (from 76% to 96% of success);
- the ability to reduce the toxic effects of chemical fertilizers on plants;
- the possibility of using throughout the vegetative period of plant development;
- the ability to increase crop yields from 15% to 25% (assuming proper treatment with the product);
- good compatibility with other fungicides (such drugs as "Fundazol", "Vitivax 200", "Decis", etc.).
"Fitosporin-M" does not cause resistance in plants, allows you to increase the shelf life of fruits and fruits (two to three times).
An important factor is the affordable price.
Despite the fact that Fitosporin-M is used by many plants and its use has undeniable advantages, some cautions must be made:
- hay bacterium bacteria quickly die in bright sunlight;
- acts less efficiently than chemical fungicides;
- some difficulties arise when dosing (no dispenser);
Precautions when working with the drug
Getting on the mucous membrane, "Fitosporin" causes a slight irritation, a slight burning sensation. Therefore, when carrying out any work with the use of the drug should follow simple safety rules:
- be in rubber (silicone) gloves;
- use a respirator (gauze bandage) and goggles during spraying;
- during work do not eat, drink or smoke;
- in case of contact with the solution or the drug itself on the skin or mucous membranes, they should be immediately rinsed with running water (in case of contact with eyes, rinse them open);
- in case of accidental ingestion of the drug, it is necessary to clear the stomach and drink activated charcoal;
- do not dilute the drug in dishes that are used for food (or its preparation);
- after completing work on the preparation, change clothes and wash all exposed skin (hands, neck, face) with soap and water.
Storage conditions "Fitosporin-M"
Despite the fact that Fitosporin-M retains its viability in the temperature range from -50 ° C to +40 ° C, it is better to keep it (powder and paste) in a dry room out of the reach of children and pets. The optimum storage temperature is from -2 ° C to +30 ° C.
The drug in solution and bottled Fitosporin should be stored at room temperature in a shaded place. Next to the drug storage of medicines, food, animal feed is unacceptable.
Thus, the organic fungicide "Fitosporin-M" is an effective and safe drug. "Fitosporin" in different packaging (powder, paste, liquid) and the attached instructions for use make the drug convenient to use. The possibility of using "Fitosporina-M" with other means for complex treatment and care of plants, low prices for the tool make it attractive for all plant lovers.
