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Sentence Examples Powdery mildew affects susceptible cultivars of red, black, and purple raspberries. They will also provide excellent control of black rot, but it is important to remember that they will not control downy mildew. Cultivated grapes cannot be grown profitably without the use of fungicides to control grape powdery mildew. A soaker hose waters the base of every plant, thereby minimizing black spot and mildew problems that often arise from wetting the leaves. If you notice any mildew, it should be washed off with a solution of 1 part bleach and 3 parts water and rinsed thoroughly. Common onion diseases include damping off, botrytis leaf blight, downy mildew, and bacterial blight. Damage from moths, mildew or vermin is also not covered, so if the rats eat your clothes, tough luck Charlie. Older varieties can be troublesome, prone to powdery mildew and wilt, particularly in the kind of hot dry summer we had this year. Her olfactory sense was currently detecting the odor of mildew, wet stone, and some type of food cooking. In recent years the Grahams have had to put up with freezing cold, mildew and woodworm. It pays to be on the lookout for apple scab, canker and mildew, tackling any problems before they become deeply ingrained and hard to treat. Check the quality, rejecting any soft or mushy bulbs or any that show signs of rot or mildew. Numerous other species of mold and mildew are also toxic, and many mycotoxins are known carcenogens. Eastern growers must also contend with humidity-loving black rot, botrytis, downy mildew, and phomopsis. Since new, unseasoned lumber is particularly susceptible to mildew, avoid using it whenever possible. Bicarbonate of soda is a popular remedy for powdery mildew because it is a relatively safe substance and it is cheap to use. Great for spots and stains, it kills mold and mildew, athlete's foot fungus, and staph and salmonella germs. Concerns about pesticide use have led breeders to develop broccoli varieties with natural resistance to downy mildew. Evergreen viburnum growing in the shade will certainly get moldy and full of mildew. You can wash it with a garden house, it doesn't mildew, it doesn't stain, it looks good, it has great acoustics. Show More Sentences Both powdery mildew and downy mildew often infect squash plants as autumn nights grow cooler and dew keeps the foliage moist through the night. A relative humidity of 70 percent or more at the wood surface is ideal for mildew growth. Disease problems can include powdery mildew, Botrytis blight, aster yellows, leaf spots, viruses and foliar nematodes. Spray against the mildew in March before the flowers open, again at fruit set and, lastly, two weeks later. Occasional epidemics of angular leaf spot, powdery mildew and charcoal rot or dry rot have been experienced. For example, copper ions are toxic to the zoospores of grapevine downy mildew, thus preventing infection. Other problems that could be bothersome include mildew, leaf spot, and bacterial blight. The fungi causing powdery mildew, leaf rust, Stagonospora, and Septoria diseases may infect the leaves at this time. These annuals love heat and aren't particularly demanding, but they are prone to powdery mildew, especially late in the season. Some southern pea varieties are susceptible to mosaic viruses, powdery mildew, and leaf spot diseases. There were visible layers of filth, grime, dirt, mildew on the sides of the shower stalls and on the floor. Roses and vegetables such as pumpkins, zucchinis and cucumbers are still being affected by the fungus, powdery mildew. For more persistent mildew, use mild soap containing a germicide and water. Mould and mildew can be removed from bathroom surfaces by applying white vinegar. There are several fungal diseases that like roses, the most common being blackspot and powdery mildew. The products that on paper seemed to be bombproof and virtually inert turned out to be part of a system that propagates mold, mildew, and rot. This is the season when powdery mildew, late blight and other fungal diseases arrive. The responses of haploid and diploid plants to powdery mildew were identical. It is very important to dry rugs and carpets as soon as possible to prevent mildew, a spreading gray-white mold that stains and rots fabrics. This could invite powdery mildew or other types of fungus to grow on your plants. Show More Sentences The most common diseases to affect roses are black spot, powdery mildew, and rust, but many disease-resistant roses are available. Even though scab and powdery mildew are very different diseases, when you spray for scab, you also prevent powdery mildew. Roses deficient in potassium, phosphorous and magnesium are more susceptible to attack by black spot and powdery mildew. Most important in Ohio is resistance to powdery mildew, Stagonospora leaf blotch, and head scab. Dusting with rose powder is recommended for tea roses to keep off black spot and powdery mildew. It is a martyr to mildew however and I have found it grows best in damp soil with shade for at least part of the day. When you step into a room such as this, and you smell mold, mildew, a funky kind of moisture, a heavy smell, you should look around. Most wine growers panic at the thought of mildew or molds, and chemical fungicides are considered a necessary evil. Even small amounts of moisture feed nasty mold and mildew growths that can affect your health and lead to major structural damage in your house. As far as diseases are concerned, fungal infections such as grey mould and powdery mildew are the main culprits. And, one of the most critical new issues in buildings, it resists the growth of mold and mildew. So far, there has been success reported on the use of milk to control powdery mildew on a variety of different plants. Of course the cooler temperatures may also result in a greater incidence of fungus diseases such as powdery mildew. To remove mildew stains from Venetian blinds, mix together some fine emery powder and linseed oil. Foliar diseases such as Cercospora leaf spot, curly top, and powdery mildew do occur, but are normally easier to control than soilborne diseases. By waterproofing the porous concrete, he eliminates the wet surface conditions that cause mildew. Powdery mildew in the cucurbit family is caused by the organism Sphaerotheca fuliginea. Because your bathroom is the dampest and warmest area of your home, it's the most likely to grow mold and mildew. It reeked of mildew and mould, like damp left in the corner of a room to fester until it sprouted life. They collect dust and become an ideal environment for mould and mildew to grow. Show More Sentences She pulled her blanket to her chin, wrinkling her nose at its distinct mildew smell, then yanking it down to her feet. Three rooms have old wallpaper that is now covered with mildew because of the damp. The young fruit of apples and grapes can also develop rough skin due to powdery mildew. The buildings are shells with walls covered in mildew and grass growing through the floors as high as the ceilings. Be sure to properly clean the wall and disinfect it against fungus, mildew and bacterial growth. Select disease-resistant varieties and divide the plants every few years to reduce the chance of powdery mildew. Could this constant moisture cause mildew to grow on and up through the concrete slab? Spraying rooms with an aerosol material will not eliminate mildew problems. For example, mold and mildew grow in moist areas, causing allergic reactions and damaging buildings. To help prevent mildew, space plants to allow good air circulation between them. If a plastic tub is the only option, make sure it is of the sanitized type to prevent mildew and bacteria from growing. Carefree is made of recycled gallon milk jugs and detergent bottles, and won't mildew or stain. Water accumulation can cause straw bale walls to mildew and eventually decompose, and earthen walls to deteriorate and collapse. Then, she came back, and I told her it was going to mildew since it was all wet. The northern catalpa can get leaf spot or powdery mildew, but these conditions are treatable. There is no need to be concerned about carpet damage such as browning, shrinkage, buckling, delaminating, and mildew. But the sunny weather has suited greenfly and blackfly, while mildew has affected several plants. Lighter mildew doesn't hurt, because leaves are stripped from the stem. We developed several outdoor projects with an acrylic fabric often used for boat covers because it's resistant to mildew, water, and fading and it can be cleaned with a hose. Powdery mildew is common to many kinds of plants besides apples. Show More Sentences The continuing cold weather has kept mildew levels very low. Diseases such as anthracnose, spur blight, and mildew may be more prevalent if irrigation is not accompanied by adequate disease-control measures. Chariot generally has rhynchosporium but far lower levels of mildew. The bleaches lighten and brighten the wood and remove mildew stains. Typically, their foliage is a dark and glossy green unmarked by black spot or mildew, for rugosas are among the most disease resistant of all roses. The diseases are apple scab, powdery mildew, and cedar-apple rust. Moisture also causes additional problems, such as mold and mildew growth. Other products are designed to inhibit the growth of mold and mildew. A scientist from Brazil, found that weekly sprays of milk controlled powdery mildew in zucchini just as effectively as synthetic fungicides such as fenarimol or benomyl. The mold and mildew grow because of the presence of sufficient moisture. In winter, ventilation pulls out interior moisture, which tends to collect in attics and may saturate insulation or cause mold and mildew to grow. At the top of the well hung a limp brown rope covered in damp mildew. He pulled open a door, damp with mildew and half-rotted away. And the rainwater leaking into homes now could cause health problems months from now when mould and mildew grow in the carpets and air-conditioning ducts. A site that provides for maximum air drainage which promotes faster drying of foliage can substantially reduce the risk of black rot and downy mildew. Many popular roses are also susceptible to three fungal diseases, whose names black spot, mildew, and rust are descriptive of their appearance on rose leaves. Prior to long-term storage, rugs should first be professionally cleaned, mothproofed, and wrapped in a clean, breathable material, helping to prevent mildew. So, to start the place smelled like mildew and general uncleanliness. Solid calcium chloride is used both in the laboratory and in the home, where cans of anhydrous calcium chloride may be placed in damp closets, for instance, to prevent mildew. The windows themselves had faded white painted frames with rotting wood and green mildew and hanging baskets with spring flowers flowing out creating a pink cascade. Show More Sentences The growth of mold and mildew also are slowed by natural light. Your field peas are apparently a variety with mildew resistance. Powdery mildew is continuing to show up on lilacs and snowberries. Powdery mildew causes a grayish white fuzz on new leaves and flower buds. The earliness of the crop may help it escape severe yield loss due to rust and mildew but, undoubtedly these diseases will have some impact on the yields. In southeast and south central Nebraska, leaf and stripe rusts, powdery mildew and Septoria leaf blotch are the most common and important foliar diseases. Watch for fuzzy white spots on leaves, signaling powdery mildew. The most common viticultural problems are downy mildew, powdery mildew, botrytis bunch rot, soil erosion, and occasional spring frost in the east of the country. The more common ones are powdery mildew, blackspot, downy mildew and rust. Hydrangea foliage is also susceptible to leaf spots and powdery mildew. Grape powdery mildew, for example, is different from rose powdery mildew. So it's very good news that scientists have found genetic markers that easily identify broccoli varieties with natural resistance to downy mildew. The cabin smelled of mildew, and they turned their noses up in disgust. Bleach is also used for removing mildew, killing weeds and increasing the longevity of cut flowers. This nonabsorbent material is odor resistant and does not promote the growth of mildew, fungus, or bacteria. Natural sea sponges have enzymes in them that inhibit the growth of mould, mildew and bacteria. Researchers tested the most common diseases including potato blight, clubroot, rust, powdery and downy mildew. Regular watering and mulching are essential and where necessary use a benomyl fungicide or equivalent at the first sign of mildew. Watch out for early signs of powdery mildew disease which could be rampant at this time of the year. To do so would likely increase the powdery mildew or introduce a more destructive fungus. Show More Sentences The new disease, downy mildew of aquilegias, is very virulent and with no chemical control it is killing plants. Early summer flowering perennials such as doronicums and aquilegias tend to attract mildew at this time of year. Water and debris were removed, and the entire facility was cleaned, treated for mildew and deodorized throughout. This is due to the difficulty in simulating variables such as dirt pickup, air pollution, acid rain, wind-borne particle erosion and mildew. Generally, onion sets produce an easier crop in Scotland and are less prone to onion fly and mildew. Even in the most well-kept apartment houses, ventilation ductwork can become a breeding ground for mold, mildew, fungi and bacteria. Check for signs of powdery mildew on the leaves and stems of melons, pumpkins, and summer squash. Other potato diseases include Rhizoctonia, Sclerotinia, black leg, powdery mildew, powdery scab and leafroll virus. Diluted neem oil can be effective as a pesticide and can control various fungal diseases, such as powdery mildew, on animals and plants. The onus is on the landlord to make sure the walls are protected from mildew. Check for powdery mildew and other diseases on plants such as Michaelmas daisies, lilies and peonies. Pick yellowing leaves off Brussels sprouts and other brassicas promptly, to prevent spread of grey mould and brassica downy mildew. Pick yellowing leaves offBrussels sprouts and other brassicas promptly, to prevent spread of grey mould and brassica downy mildew. Powdery mildew is a minor problem on lilacs and certain types of azaleas, as well as many other plants like beech, birch, dogwood, trumpet vine, privet and viburnum. The corn borers are in the cornstalks in your vegetable garden along with the squash bugs, cucumber beetles, carrot flies, spores of mildew and numerous other fungi. Yard Guard is also formulated to control fungi such as mildew within plant life as it contains fungicidal properties which help control most fungal organisms. The basement was flooded and the couch was growing mildew, so we sat outdoors in the shadows of the trees in a screened tent with deerflies and mosquitoes buzzing outside. Although we can usually tolerate a few greenfly on the rose buds, we still need to spray them regularly to control the powdery mildew, black spot and rust fungus diseases. Norway maple is generally free of serious diseases, though can be attacked by the powdery mildew Uncinula bicornis, and verticillium wilt disease caused by Verticillium spp. A number of species of fungus cause powdery mildew on oak species. Show More Sentences Remove leaves that look dusty, as this could herald powdery mildew. A strain of mildew has affected the plants, which is resistant to fungicides, so as a result the annual Impatiens will not be available for the foreseeable future. Past episodes have affected tree foliage and the two main causal agents were the defoliating caterpillars of the leaf roller moth and the powdery mildew fungus. It was dark and musty, the carpet giving off an olid smell of mildew. FreeStyle tiles contain an antimicrobial agent that resists bacteria, fungi, mold, and mildew formation, and moisture does not remain trapped beneath the tiles. Examples from Classical Literature The very spectacle of that form which I had learned to love is mildew and contagion to my eyes. And I've had to turn everything out of every shelf in the house, for mildew and moths. In most seasons, too, unremitting warfare must be kept up with Bordeaux mixture to check mildew. The defects of the variety are susceptibility to mildew, self-sterile flowers and difficulty in propagation. It is no pleasure to me to enter this house, and ruin and mildew everything I touch. If it be mildew, the specimen must come out of the case and be properly dried. Spraying with Bordeaux mixture as indicated for black-rot will keep downy mildew in check. The powdery mildew, unlike most other fungus troubles of the grape, is most prevalent in hot dry weather. It is somewhat susceptible to fungal diseases, mildew especially, and needs more than ordinary care. The only fungous disease of the grape troublesome in the greenhouse is mildew. The vines are resistant to mildew, black-rot, and anthracnose and are strong, vigorous growers. Snowdrops are sometimes attacked with a kind of mildew known scientifically as botrytis galanthina. Among them are the vine mildew, the potato fungus, and many others. A thing that creaks is not standing still and gathering mildew. Even saplings harvested from rot-resistant locust trees had succumbed to moisture and mildew. Of these, mealy-bug, red-spider, thrips and mildew are most troublesome. The vine is vigorous, hardy and productive but subject to mildew and rot. Every spot of mildew on the ancient wall-paper was familiar. Pale patches on the leaves are caused by mildew and are a sign of decay. This is an old damask rose and as such seems to be trouble free with clean foliage that, touch wood, never seems to develop black spot or mildew. Show More Sentences In dry light soils they're miserable plants, prone to mildew, browning leaves and poor flowers. The grouting between the white tiles is all black with mildew. Lors, I think the moths an' the mildew was sent by Providence o' purpose to cheapen the goods a bit for the good-lookin' women as han't got much money. Find more words! 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