Folier

The application of streptomycin as a folier spray to Elberta peaches, partially controlled foliage infection.

50% subsidy on cost of P.P. chemicals (area required for folier application) P.P. equipment and 25% subsidy on cost of seed was provided under the scheme.

While the soil can be nourished with the spreading of seaweed, even more rapid plant health can be obtained by folier spraying of finely powdered seaweed directly on the growing plant and tree.

With Rhododendron, iron chlorosis occurred when alkaline compost was incorporated, but it was easily corrected by incorporating sulfur into the media or applying a folier spray containing iron.