AboutMike Mascio Expertise I have been an avid gardener since 1985 and an AllExpert volunteer since 1998. I specialize in soil preparation, seed starting and plant propagation, flowers, vegetables, and general landscaping. I am a strong advocate of the square foot method of gardening and the use of organic controls for pests and diseases.
Question 1.I am having gerbera plants in my garden.I brought them from nursery , they actually dig them out , then cut some of the root and the i planted them in the soil.the problem is for more then 2 month (summer time 35-40 degrees india )there leaves were like dying . Since the winter is started ,they are erecting good leaves but no flowers.WHAT TO DO?
2.second is i use decomposed cowdung as fertiliser . I saw some termites close to these plants in soil . Are they danger to these plants or are they helpfull?In case they are damaging , what are the remedies.
Answer It is important to amend the soil with organic matter such as compost and peat. The fact that you're adding is manure is also great for the soil. I would also apply a fertilizer high in phosphorus to stimulate blooming.
The termites will not eat vegetation. If any are in the manure, they will soon seek other places for food.
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