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Weeping Birch Blight: Atomic Grow as Non-Toxic Alternative to Expensive Fungicides

Birch Blight: Fast and Fatal

Early birch blight (likely Marssonina or Septoria leaf spot) spreads rapidly via wind/rain. Toxic fungicides are costly and hazardous to applicator.

Atomic Grow: University-Tested Alternative

University of Florida testing on anthracnose (similar spore spread) shows promise. Atomic Grow:

Non-toxic, safe for applicator.
Foliar spray every 5 days.
Causes rapid leaf drop (detox) then clean re-flush.
Tested on potatoes, sweet corn for blight.

Protocol

Drench leaves every 5 days.
Expect heavy leaf drop—don't panic.
New growth will be clean and vigorous.

Source

Crowley's Nursery (crowleynursery.net)—Kathy ships nationwide.

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