Definitions for "Bordeaux mixture"
A fungicidal mixture composed of blue vitriol, lime, and water. The formula in common use is: blue vitriol, 6 lbs.; lime, 4 lbs.; water, 35 -- 50 gallons.
A mixture of copper sulfate, lime and water used as a fungicide to control downy mildew and other fungal diseases.
A vine treatment, comprising copper sulphate, slaked lime and water. The mixture is sprayed onto the vines to treat downy mildew. It is permitted for use in organic and biodynamic vineyards.
Keywords:  monoecious
Monoecious