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Melon care requirements
water
Water deeply 1–2 inches per week; increase frequency as fruits develop. Reduce water as fruits approach ripeness to concentrate sugars. Avoid wetting foliage.
soil
Well-draining, fertile soil rich in organic matter; pH 6.0–7.0. Amend heavily with compost; melons are heavy feeders.
light
Full sun (8+ hours daily); intense light concentrates sugars and improves fruit flavor.
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Melon
- fiber_manual_recordYellow patches on upper leaf surface
- fiber_manual_recordGrey-purple fuzzy growth on undersides
- fiber_manual_recordWilting
help
Common causes in Melon
Caused by Peronospora and Pseudoperonospora species. Spreads in cool, humid conditions.
healing
How to treat downy mildew in Melon
Remove affected material. Apply copper fungicide or phosphonate.
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Preventing downy mildew in Melon
Avoid overcrowding. Water in morning. Choose resistant varieties.