QUESTION: Zucchini problems

comments (3) June 29th, 2012

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My two zucchini plants have white stuff on the leaves and the zucchinis are forming, but then shriveling up and falling off before becoming mature. I primarily water with a water soaker, so the leaves are not receiving a lot of water. I would like suggestios on how to treat this naturally as I want to eat the zucchini we produce and not worry about toxic chemicals, etc. Any suggestions are appreciated!

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BoBatie writes: I brew chamomile tea, which is naturally anti-fungal. Then, I add one cup of whole milk per gallon of chamomile tea. Milk will alter the pH of the leaf surface, so that any displaced mildew spores will not be able to take root. I use this mixture to spray the entire plant every day until the problem is solved (usually a week or two). I use plain chamomile tea in place of water once a week as a preventative.
Posted: 10:00 pm on July 7th

vermicomposter writes: Agree with joe as it looks like powdery mildew. Check with the local extension office for their recommendations for your local area; here ia a link for information about powdery mildew. It gives some non-toxic remedies that are available even if you don't live in California. http://www.ipm.ucdavis.edu/PMG/PESTNOTES/pn7406.html
Posted: 12:21 pm on July 4th

joe_massie writes: Looks like powdery mildew. I use serenade. It is supposed to be organic and you can eat the food the same day.

Posted: 2:00 pm on July 3rd

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