Thank you for all your inputs. It looks like this is a subject that needs a lot more experimentation and research. I have read that rust does not survive the cold winter, but some of you indicate otherwise.
I need more time to observe my plants and try different methods of dealing with rust. I did spray some and more will be sprayed. I am always concerned about new arrivals. They arrive when I am most busy and I do not spray them immediately.
Would it be worthwhile to spray the soil when preparing for new arrivals?