What Is Sulphur 80% WDG? (گندھک کیا ہے؟)
Meaning of Sulphur 80% WDG in Urdu is “گندھک 80 فیصد دانے دار” پانی میں گھل کر سپرے ہونے والی گندھک کی فنگس کش اور مائٹ کش دوا. It is one of the oldest plant-protection chemicals still in use, and it is made for growers who want to guard leaves and young shoots from mildew and mites before the damage spreads.
In simple terms, it is a pale granule that breaks up in water and is sprayed on plants. The “80%” means the product is mainly sulphur, and “WDG” means water-dispersible granules, which are easier to measure and mix than a loose dust.
At a Glance
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is it? | 80% sulphur in water-dispersible granules |
| What type of product is it? | Water-dispersible granule fungicide and miticide (فنگس کش اور مائٹ کش) |
| How does it work? | A contact protectant: it stays on the leaf surface and is not taken up inside the plant, so coverage matters |
| What does it do? | Helps protect against powdery mildew, scab and leaf spots, and helps reduce mites, when used as the label directs |
| How much should you use? | A typical garden spray range is about 2–3 g per litre of water; your pack label is the final word |
| When should you spray? | Before disease appears or at the very first sign, in the cooler hours of the day |
| What is it not for? | Not systemic, not a cure for advanced disease, not for hot days, and not to be mixed with oil-based sprays |
| Safety | Gloves, mask and eye protection while mixing; keep away from children, pets, food and open flame |
Why does your garden need it?
Pakistan’s weather suits both of sulphur’s targets. Warm days with humid nights and crowded leaves invite سفوفی پھپھوندی (powdery mildew), while long hot, dry spells bring spider mites that gather under leaves. Many garden soils here are also کھاری (alkaline), which is why sulphur is sometimes used on the soil as well.
If you have been searching for a sulphur fungicide near me, Organic Baghbani brings it to you online. Browse our Fungicides category to see what else is available for plant disease problems.
What does it do for your plants?
- Powdery mildew control: can help protect mango, grapes, apple, peas and many garden plants from the white powdery coating, depending on the crop and the diseases listed on the label.
- Scab and leaf spots: can help slow early leaf spots and scab when sprayed before they spread.
- Mite control: can help reduce spider mites on leaf undersides and tender new growth.
- Easy mixing: granules are designed to disperse in water, so they are typically easier to measure and spray than a loose dust.
- Plant-nutrient sulphur: sulphur is also an essential plant nutrient, though this product is sold as a spray protectant, not as a fertiliser.
Even a long-used product should be applied exactly as its label says. Regulators such as the US EPA assess pesticide products and their labels before registration (see how that works), so your pack label matters more than any general figure. Results depend on your soil, your plants and your watering, and on spraying early and in the right weather.
Where should you use it and how much?
These are typical starting ranges, not a lab test or a label of your pack. If your pack label shows different figures, follow the label.
| Use | Starting amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fungicide spray on vegetables, fruit trees and flowers | About 2–3 g per litre of water | Cover both sides of the leaves; repeat after 7–10 days only if the problem continues and the label allows |
| Mite control | About 3 g per litre of water | Spray leaf undersides and tender shoots; avoid weak or heat-stressed plants |
| Indoor and balcony plants | About 1–2 g per litre of water | Spray affected leaves only, outdoors or in shade, and let them dry fully before bringing them in |
| Orchards and fields | Label rate for your area | Follow the pack label for water volume and number of sprays |
| Alkaline soil (secondary use) | Only if the label lists soil use | Test soil pH first; the effect is slow, so do not repeat without re-testing |
These are starting points. Test a few leaves first on young or delicate plants.
How is it different from other soil feeds and sprays?
Different products do different jobs. Choose by the problem you are solving, and see our Pest & Disease Control category for more plant-protection options.
| Product | Main job | Use it when |
|---|---|---|
| This sulphur granule | Protects leaves from mildew, scab and mites on contact | You see white powdery growth, early spots or mites, or want to protect plants in a risky season |
| Neem cake | A soil amendment from pressed neem seeds, mixed into soil rather than sprayed on leaves | You are preparing soil or feeding established plants |
| Vermicompost | Builds soil life and structure | You want steadier growth from the roots up |
| Potting soil mix | A ready growing mix with good drainage | You are repotting a plant whose roots stay too wet |
How does it work?
Fungicides are pesticides used to kill parasitic fungi or their spores. Sulphur is one of the traditional inorganic fungicides, and such products usually need repeated application. It is a contact type, which means it protects only where the spray lands and is not taken up inside the plant. That is why even coverage of both leaf surfaces matters, and why it works best before disease takes hold. Exactly how sulphur acts on fungi is still not fully settled, so rely on the label rather than on claims of dramatic cures.
How do you use it?
- Read the whole label first: crops, rate, spray interval and pre-harvest interval.
- Confirm the problem. White powdery coating, early leaf spots or fine webbing and stippling under leaves point to mildew or mites; chewed leaves point to other pests.
- Put on gloves, long sleeves, a mask and eye protection. Sulphur can irritate skin and eyes.
- Weigh the granules, mix them into a small amount of clean water, then top up to the full volume. Mix only what you will use today.
- Spray in the cooler hours, in calm weather. Skip hot days: sulphur can burn leaves in heat, so respect any temperature limit on the label.
- Spray both upper and lower leaf surfaces until they are evenly wet, not dripping.
- Do not use it within 7–14 days of an oil-based spray such as neem oil, and do not mix it with oils.
- Check sensitive plants first. Some crops, such as cucumbers, melons and other gourds, can be sulphur-sensitive, so test a few leaves and follow the label.
- On edible crops, respect the pre-harvest interval and wash produce before eating.
- Wash hands and equipment afterwards. Store the pack tightly closed in a cool, dry place away from heat, open flame, children, pets and food.
Product specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product | Sulphur (80%) water-dispersible granules |
| Brand | Organic Baghbani |
| Active ingredient | Sulphur 80% |
| Form | Water-dispersible granules (WDG) |
| Claim | Helps protect plants from powdery mildew, scab, leaf spots and mites when used as the label directs |
| Action | Contact protectant; not systemic |
| Application | Foliar spray, mixed with clean water |
| Primary use | Fungal disease and mite control on plants |
| Suitable for | Fruit trees, vegetables, flowers, ornamentals and garden plants, as the label allows |
| Not ideal for | Hot-weather spraying, mixing with oil-based sprays, sulphur-sensitive plants, advanced infections |
| Storage | Cool, dry place, tightly closed, away from heat, open flame, children, pets and food |
| Category | Pest & Disease Control › Fungicides |
| Bulk orders | Special discount on bulk quantity. WhatsApp or call 03119073909 |
| Pack Size | Effective Rate | Pack Price | Select |
|---|---|---|---|
100gm | ₨ 2,500 / KG | ₨ 250 | |
250gm | ₨ 1,920 / KG | ₨ 480 | |
500gm | ₨ 900 / KG | ₨ 450 | |
1kg | ₨ 750 / KG | ₨ 750 | |
25kg | ₨ 380 / KG | ₨ 9,500 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is this product used for?
It is used to help protect plants from powdery mildew, scab and leaf spots, and to help reduce mites. It works best as a protective spray applied early.
Can I use it on fruits and vegetables? (کیا یہ سبزیوں اور پھلوں پر استعمال ہو سکتی ہے؟)
Yes, on crops named on the label. Respect the pre-harvest interval, avoid spraying close to picking and wash produce thoroughly before use.
How often can I spray?
A common pattern is to repeat after 7–10 days only if the problem continues, but your label sets the interval and the maximum number of sprays. Do not shorten the gap.
Can I use it on a very hot day?
It is best not to. Sulphur can scorch leaves in heat, so spray in the cooler part of the day and follow any temperature limit on the label.
Can I mix it with neem oil or other oil-based sprays?
No. Leave 7–14 days between an oil spray and sulphur, and keep the longer gap in hot weather or on stressed plants.
Is it safe on cucumber, melon and other gourds?
Some gourds are sensitive to sulphur, so test a few leaves first and follow the label. If you are unsure, ask us on WhatsApp before spraying the whole crop.
Can I use it on indoor plants? (کیا گھر کے اندر والے پودوں پر استعمال ہو سکتا ہے؟)
Use a lighter mix, spray only affected leaves outdoors or in shade, test a few leaves first and bring the plant back only after the leaves are fully dry.
Will it lower my soil pH?
Elemental sulphur is slowly converted by soil microbes into acid, so it can gradually lower pH, but the effect is slow and depends on your soil. Test pH first, use it on soil only if your label allows it, and do not repeat without re-testing.
Is this an organic product?
This listing does not describe it as organic. Read the label for details and use it exactly as directed.
What is the sulphur fungicide price in Pakistan? (قیمت)
The current price is ₨ 250. Bulk orders get a special discount: message or call 03119073909
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