What specific precaution must be taken when applying capsaicin-based sprays to aster foliage?
Answer
Avoid spraying in direct, hot sun to prevent leaf burn.
While products containing capsaicin are effective scent deterrents that can be applied to foliage, there is a significant environmental risk associated with their application under intense solar conditions. If these chemical or homemade solutions are sprayed onto the leaves of plants like asters while the sun is direct and hot, the concentrated droplets can magnify the sun's energy, leading to phytotoxicity or leaf burn. Gardeners must exercise caution, timing the application for cooler parts of the day, such as early morning or late afternoon, to maximize deterrence while minimizing physical damage to the plant tissue.
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