Powdery Mildew on Cucurbits - Knowledgebase Question

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Question by hbaehre
October 30, 1998
I would like to know some varieties of cucumber, squash, melon, and pumpkin which are resistant or immune to powdery mildew.


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Answer from NGA
October 30, 1998
Powder Mildew fungi thrive under conditions of high relative humidity, warm temperatures, low light, high fertility and succulent plant growth. Pumpkins and melons vary in their resistance to powdery mildew; the best defense is to provide full sunshine and ample air circulation between the plants. Resistant cucumber varieties include 'Calypso', 'Cherokee', 'Dasher II', 'Monarch', and 'Supersett'. 'Senator' is a resistant zucchini.

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