It starts with a mealy-white, greasy coating. As the process progresses, black-brown discolorations form and the beautiful maple leaves die off. Hardly any maple species is spared from this fungal disease. If powdery mildew attacks your maple tree, you should act quickly. A simple home remedy is primarily effective in the early stages. That is how it goes.
Powdery mildew can be treated with milk
Combat powdery mildew with cow's milk - this is how it works
If you have discovered the first symptoms of powdery mildew on the leaves, first cut off all infected parts of the plant. Then your way leads to the refrigerator, because it contains a powerful home remedy against fungal infestation:
- Mix 125 ml of fresh milk with 1 liter of boiled water
- Add a teaspoon of dish soap to optimize leaf adhesion
- Pour the solution into a spray bottle
- Wet the upper and lower sides of all leaves dripping wet with the milk water
Repeat the application at intervals of 3 to 4 days until there are no more symptoms. You can also use the home remedy as a preventive measure if mildew is regularly rampant in your garden.