Solutions: As powdery Mildew spores are transported by the wind, it can be tricky to put a complete stop to the spread of the fungus. Nutrients offered via foliar application are often taken up even quicker than those put in the soil, so the foliar application can be great for swiftly addressing specific deficiencies. In addition to supplementing the soil with nutrients, foliar fertilizer can be applied directly to the plant's leaves. Though not as finely tuned as artificial fertilizer, compost can nevertheless be rich in important nutrients and should be applied to the soil regularly. Organic fertilizers such as animal manures and bonemeal can supply plants with all the nutrients that they need to grow strong and healthy. Regularly apply organic fertilizer pellets. Adding some fertilizer to the soil will make those nutrients available and can combat deficiencies. Fertilizers will include most or all of the macro and micro-nutrients the plants need to thrive. Solutions: There are several easy ways to remedy the nutrient deficiencies in soils. Apply an all-purpose fungicide to the entire plant, following the label instructions carefully. Copper penetrates the leaf surface and prevents germination of spores so the fungus cannot spread. Reapply as directed on the product label. Spray a copper-based fungicidal soap on the leaves, coating the top and bottom leaf surfaces. Repeat every two weeks until existing spots stop enlarging and new spots no longer appear. Using a spray bottle, spray on tops and bottoms of leaves until the mixture drips off. Dissolve ½ teaspoon of baking soda and one teaspoon of liquid soap in a gallon of water. Organic options won’t kill the fungus, but will prevent it from spreading. It is recommended to start by applying organic treatment options, working up to the more potent synthetic, chemical fungicides if necessary.

However, if much of the foliage is affected and defoliation occurs, the plant will benefit from getting rid of the infection. Solutions: In minor cases of brown spot, there isn’t any need to treat the disease. Ideally, you should wait until you see new basal growth before you cut off the dead and dried winter parts to about 6 inches from the ground. Cutting back should be done late in the winter to early spring. Blooms should be cut off just below the flower head. Diseased or damaged stems should be cut right at the soil line and removed completely. Finally, you may prefer to just trim off dead or damaged portions of the plant, including deadheading spent flowers, to keep it looking its best. If you wish to stop this plant from flowering, you can use the same pruning shears to remove any buds before they open. Cut the stem just above where it exits the soil to remove it entirely. Removing dead stems will increase the light and ventilation of the plant and help it to grow. Once you have a proper set of pruning tools, locate an unwanted leaf, then follow its stem all the way to the bottom of petiole. Hand pruning shears will work best as larger tools like loppers will not be well suited to the precise cuts you need to make. When you recognize these leaves, equip yourself with a pair of sharp and sterile hand pruning shears. Pruning the Creeping buttercup is as easy as waiting until you notice dead or damaged leaves on your plant. Ideally, you should wait until you see new basal growth before you cut off the dead and dried winter parts, to about 6 inches from the ground. However, pruning in this manner does not necessarily influence the plant’s overall health. Removing unopened flower buds allows this plant to focus most of its growing energy on its beautiful leaves. Also, this plant can bloom any time between spring and fall, and some gardeners choose to remove flower buds before they have a chance to open. Such pruning can take place as needed during spring and summer. You can cut its stem just above the soil’s surface to remove it. Once you notice such a leave, locate an unwanted leaf, then follow its stem all the way to the bottom of petiole. You can prune your Creeping buttercup any time you notice dead, diseased, or damaged leaves during the growing season.

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