{"id":1262,"date":"2018-05-24T15:23:02","date_gmt":"2018-05-24T14:23:02","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.omex.co.uk\/blog\/?p=1262"},"modified":"2018-05-24T15:23:02","modified_gmt":"2018-05-24T14:23:02","slug":"top-10-tips-to-improve-plant-quality","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.omex.com\/uk\/top-10-tips-to-improve-plant-quality\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 10 Tips To Improve Plant Quality"},"content":{"rendered":"
Top 10 Tips To Improve Plant Quality<\/p>\n
1) Venting<\/strong> \u2013 it\u2019s crucial to keep air movement and temperatures at the optimum levels.<\/p>\n 2) Watering at the right times<\/strong> \u2013 and just importantly in the correct fashion! Make sure plants are grown nearby those with similar needs so plants with a need for a lot of water will be apart from those with dryer needs.<\/p>\n 3) Keep roots strong<\/strong> \u2013 as fertilisers are applied and plants grow, it\u2019s vital roots are kept strong. Hep stimulate plants with the use of Kelpak<\/a>.<\/p>\n 4) Crop walk<\/strong> \u2013 regular walks of crops are essential to assess growth and any pest and disease issues that may arise, ensure a thorough check is completed. Products such as Bio 20<\/a> and Zynergy<\/a> can help give crops a much needed boost to achieve their yield potential.<\/p>\n 5) Check and inspect<\/strong> \u2013 disease comes in through many differing ways and you should do all you can to minimise the risk. Make sure anything that arrives on the nursery\/farm is inspected. Standing water on paths etc can spread Phytophthora and Pythium.<\/p>\n 6) Use quality fertilisers<\/strong> \u2013 using fertilisers is a great way of growing a strong plant. Products such as Zynergy<\/a> and Vitomex\u00a0<\/a> containing Sulphur, Copper and Zinc are most useful as these elements aid plant health.<\/p>\n 7) Regular feeding<\/strong> \u2013 make sure you feed regularly dependent on what you\u2019re growing. Ensure equipment is kept clean.<\/p>\n 8) Boost plant health<\/strong> \u2013 during seasons there are times when plants need an additional boost to reach their potential. The OMEX biostimulant range<\/a> can be used to rectify or, as part of a programme, a regular booster.<\/p>\n 9) Cleanliness<\/strong> \u2013 cleanliness is key. Keep plants clean by removing dead or damaged foliage\/flowers\/fruit. Ensure paths are clean, weeds are removed, glass is washed and any other areas are kept clean.<\/p>\n