Horticulture

Cucurbit Downy Mildew Management for 2022

Clemson Extension Program Team

Horticulture

Publication Date

Spring 5-9-2022

Publication Number

LGP 1002

Summary

Downy mildew is the most serious disease of cucumber in the United Sates. Downy mildew also affects cantaloupe (muskmelon), watermelon, pumpkins, and squash. Fungicide recommendations change yearly, because downy mildew easily becomes resistant to fungicides. This fact sheet gives current recommendations for managing downy mildew and will be useful for vegetable growers, Extension agents, and crop consultants.

Publication Type

Brief

Publisher

Land-Grant Press by Clemson Extension

Publisher City

Clemson, SC

Target Audiences

vegetable growers, Extension agents, crop consultants

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