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Verticillium Wilt in Aubergine White
How to identify and treat verticillium wilt in Aubergine White.
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Aubergine White care requirements
water
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; water deeply 2–3 times per week depending on temperature and rainfall
soil
Rich, well-draining soil with pH 6.0–6.8; amend with compost or aged manure before planting
light
Full sun; requires 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal fruit production
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Aubergine White
- fiber_manual_recordMarginal leaf scorch
- fiber_manual_recordYellowing and wilting leaves
- fiber_manual_recordBrown discolouration in stem cross-section
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Common causes in Aubergine White
Caused by Verticillium dahliae or V. albo-atrum. Persists in soil for years.
healing
How to treat verticillium wilt in Aubergine White
No effective chemical treatment. Remove infected plants. Solarise soil.
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Preventing verticillium wilt in Aubergine White
Resistant varieties. Long crop rotation. Avoid injury to roots.