Cucumber Leaf Blight? - Ask Extension
I’m located in Santa Clara, California which is typically dry and has been hotter than average yet humidity is usually low between 40-55%. My indoor...
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Cucumber Leaf Blight? #871417
Asked June 03, 2024, 7:48 PM EDT
I’m located in Santa Clara, California which is typically dry and has been hotter than average yet humidity is usually low between 40-55%.
My indoor Diva cucumber seedling appears to have developed a fungal disease (see below image) and I wonder if the seedling can be salvaged. Can you please identify the disease and treatment method? What could have caused it?
The seed was soaked for 24 hours on 5/13 and planted in hydroponic solution on 5/14. It's been under a 45-watt grow light from 5/22. I check the seedlings daily and only noticed the problem on 6/1. Thanks.
Santa Clara County California
Expert Response
Sorry for the delay in responding. This was assigned to me and I am out of the office for an extended period.
It should be able to be saved by removing the damaged areas. A bit of copper wouldn't hurt. Its one of our oldest fungicides and it is organic.
It should be able to be saved by removing the damaged areas. A bit of copper wouldn't hurt. Its one of our oldest fungicides and it is organic.