Lime Sulphur Suppliers In South Africa

What is a Lime Sulphur?

In horticulture, lime sulfur is mainly a mixture of calcium polysulfides and thiosulfate formed by reacting calcium hydroxide with elemental sulfur, used in pest control.

Lime Sulphur Suppliers In South Africa

What is lime sulfur used for?

Lime-sulfur: A fungicide (lime-sulfur)

Lime-sulfur, a fungicide composed of inorganic sulfur and lime, is commonly used today to control a variety of diseases such as plum pockets, black knot, black spot of rose, and a number of raspberry diseases.

What is a substitute for lime sulfur?

Copper-based pesticides and fungicides are popular dormant sprays and lime sulfur alternatives. Copper is a harsher chemical and can be damaging to ponds and waterways, so take care to use copper dormant sprays according to the indications on the label.

How much lime sulfur per gallon?

For perennials or plants that are showing new signs of fungal diseases, lime sulfur can be mixed with water and sprayed on plants anytime except for hot, sunny days. The mixing ratio is 1 teaspoon per gallon (5 ml. per 4 L.) of water.

Is lime sulfur poisonous to humans?

Lime sulfur is a common bactericide with strong alkalinity, and is highly corrosive to humans and animals. It is rare for lime sulfur poisoning clinically.

Does lime sulphur expire?

Wash protective clothing after use. STORAGE: Store the product in the original container, tightly closed, in a cool, dry place.

Keep out of reach of children, and away from foodstuffs. Shelf Life: When stored appropriately this product should show no significant degradation for two years from the date of manufacture.

How long does lime sulfur take to work?

I like using a hose-end sprayer so I can really soak the plants well. Wait 15 minutes then wash it all off with clean water from the hose. That’s it! The lime/sulfur will quickly kill off any fungal spores in the garden and knock down an impending infection.