Why is late blooming plant coverage significant for pesticide re-application?

The significance of late blooming plant coverage for pesticide re-application primarily stems from the fact that new plants may emerge after initial applications. When pesticides are applied to control pests, the timing of these applications must consider the life cycle of the plants in the area, including when they bloom. Late blooming plants may not be present or visible during the initial treatment, meaning that if these plants emerge later, they could harbor pests that the earlier application did not address.

This is crucial in managing pest populations effectively; if new plants have emerged after the initial pesticide application, they might not have received the intended treatment and could contribute to the ongoing pest problem. Therefore, monitoring the growth of these late-blooming plants and ensuring they are covered by pesticide applications is important for achieving thorough pest control throughout the growing season.