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Leaf Spot in Spinach

How to identify and treat leaf spot in Spinach.

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Spinach care requirements

water
Regularly to keep soil moist.
soil
Fertile, well-draining soil.
light
Full sun to partial shade.
symptoms

Symptoms to look for in Spinach

  • fiber_manual_recordCircular brown or black spots
  • fiber_manual_recordYellow halos around spots
  • fiber_manual_recordPremature defoliation
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Common causes in Spinach

Multiple fungal and bacterial pathogens. Favoured by wet foliage and warm temperatures.

healing

How to treat leaf spot in Spinach

Remove affected leaves. Apply appropriate fungicide or bactericide.

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Preventing leaf spot in Spinach

Water at soil level. Improve air circulation. Practise crop rotation.