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February 1, 2022
Roots, Shoots, Fruits & Flowers: Squash Mildew, Mediterranean Gecko, Sidewalk Heaving & Filamentous Algae
Erin is already looking forward to growing spring vegetables and sent this question, “How can I stop mildew in cucumbers and squash leaves that stunts their growth?” Dr. Don Ferrin wrote in a publication, “Downy Mildew of Cucurbits” about treatments, “Disease control relies primarily on the use of fungicides since resistant varieties are available only for cucumbers and some melons (but not watermelons).