Protect Your Plants from Poor Air Quality

As the festive season unfolds, the air quality continues to deteriorate, posing a threat not just to human health but also to our beloved plants. Amidst the celebrations, let’s not forget our green companions that purify the air and brighten our spaces. 

 Air Quality Index (AQI) and Its Impact on Plants

The AQI measures the level of air pollution, rating it from “good” to “hazardous.” The index considers five pollutants:
1. Particulate Matter (PM2.5 and PM10) 
2. Ozone (O3) \
3. Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2) 
4. Carbon Monoxide (CO) 
5. Sulfur Dioxide (SO2)

AQI Categories:
1. Good (0-50): Minimal impact on plants 
2. Moderate (51-100): Some impact on sensitive plants 
3. Unhealthy (101-200): Noticeable impact on plants 
4. Very Unhealthy (201-300): Significant impact on plants 
5. Hazardous (301+) severe impact on plants 

Impact on Plant Leaves
Poor air quality affects plant leaves in various ways:
1. Reduced Photosynthesis: High levels of pollutants like PM2.5 and O3 reduce photosynthesis, hindering plant growth. 
2. Leaf Damage: PM2.5 and O3 can cause leaf scorch, spots, and premature aging. 
3. Stomatal Closure: High CO and NO2 levels cause stomata (leaf pores) to close, limiting gas exchange and water loss. 
4.Increased Transpiration: High temperatures and pollutants increase transpiration, leading to water stress. 
5. Nutrient Deficiencies: Pollutants can interfere with nutrient uptake, causing deficiencies.

 Specific Effects on Plant Leaves
1. Chlorosis: Yellowing or bleaching of leaves due to reduced chlorophyll production. 
2. Necrosis: Cell death, causing leaf lesions or spots. 
3. Epiphytic Growth: Excessive growth of epiphytes (e.g., mosses, lichens) on leaves. 
4. **Premature Defoliation**: Early leaf drop due to stress.  

How Rootonics and Health 360 Can Help
Rootonics: Boosting Root Development 
Rootonics is a specially formulated plant growth promoter that enhances root development, enabling plants to absorb essential nutrients more efficiently.

Benefits:
1. Improved nutrient uptake 
2. Increased drought tolerance ]
3. Enhanced plant growth and yield 
4. Better resistance to disease and pests 
5. Optimized root architecture

Health 360: Protecting Against Pests and Diseases 
Health 360 is a broad-spectrum, eco-friendly solution that controls pests and diseases, reducing stress on plants.

Benefits:
1. Effective pest control (aphids, whiteflies, spider mites) 
2. Disease prevention (fungal, bacterial, viral) 
3. Improved plant immunity 
4. Reduced stress and shock 
5. Enhanced overall plant health