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Broccoli care requirements
water
Consistently moist — 2.5–5cm per week.
soil
Fertile, slightly alkaline, well-draining soil.
light
Full sun.
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Broccoli
- fiber_manual_recordYellow patches on upper leaf surface
- fiber_manual_recordGrey-purple fuzzy growth on undersides
- fiber_manual_recordWilting
help
Common causes in Broccoli
Caused by Peronospora and Pseudoperonospora species. Spreads in cool, humid conditions.
healing
How to treat downy mildew in Broccoli
Remove affected material. Apply copper fungicide or phosphonate.
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Preventing downy mildew in Broccoli
Avoid overcrowding. Water in morning. Choose resistant varieties.