Mold on leaves
I have been picking them off. Any suggestions??
-
Bonnie Lewenza on Jul 26, 2013There is something killing your plants check the undersides of your leaves to see if you can see anything eggs etc. It may be mites and if it is they are very hard to see. They drain all the nutrients out of the plant until it is dead. Put a tablespoon of dishsoap in a litre of water and spray both sides of all the leaves. this should do the trick. Good luck Don't forget to spray the runners as well.Helpful Reply
-
-
Douglas Hunt on Jul 26, 2013Linda, I suspect you have a case of powdery mildew, which is fairly common on zucchini and pumpkins. Depending on how significant the problem is, you might start by spraying the leaves with baking soda (1 teaspoon in 1 quart water), which will raise the pH, creating an inhospitable environment for powdery mildew. If the condition worsens, you may have to resort to a fungicide.Helpful Reply
-
-
Linda (WHITEWEATHEREDHUTCH) on Jul 26, 2013What caused this mold?Helpful Reply
-
-
Douglas Hunt on Jul 26, 2013The airborne spores of fungi. There are several types that cause powdery mildew.Helpful Reply
-
-
Linda (WHITEWEATHEREDHUTCH) on Jul 30, 2013Thanks for all your help. Problem resolvedHelpful Reply
-
Related Discussions
How do I get rid of mold growing on my honeysuckle's leaves?
The vine was just planted this year and it's doing nicely except for the moldy leaves. It's planted on the east side of our house.
How can you make a regular sized door fit into a mobile home frame?
The back door to my mobile home is a an odd size - specific to mobile homes. They are extraordinarily expensive. Is there some way to cut down a regular sized door to... See more
What can I do with this DVD stand?
I have a DVD stand that I am trying to repurpose instead of trash. Any ideas?
Blackout curtains behind vertical blinds
I have two 6' patio doors, and I want to add blackout curtains to keep the sun/cold out. What is the best way to hang them, and what can I use to push the curtains ba... See more
What’s your favorite flower?
Let's brighten up our day with some floral beauty! Flowers come in so many shapes, sizes, and colors, and everyone has a favorite. We want to know: What is your favor... See more
Should I paint or stain my oak kitchen cabinets?
I was wondering if you could help me with something -- I have an entirely oak kitchen. I know it's the rage now to paint or gel stain cabinets. I've been considering ... See more
Any great tips for removing hard water stains from exterior windows?
Hey there fellow forum members!I need some help to make my home's exterior windows shine again! Any tips on tackling those stubborn hard water stains? They're driving... See more