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1066
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Spinach + rusty patches
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November 23, 2009, 08:48:56 »
Hi
I've noticed that my spinach leaves have small rust spots / patches on the backs of the leaves. What is it, what has caused it and how could I stop it happening in the 1st place?
Thanks
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Robert_Brenchley
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Re: Spinach + rusty patches
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November 23, 2009, 18:54:57 »
It's a fungus. Fortunately, it doesn't seem to do much harm unless it takes over all the foliage.
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1066
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Re: Spinach + rusty patches
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November 24, 2009, 07:39:53 »
thanks Robert. It's fairly patchy, and still tastes delicious!
So does anyone know what causes it? - I'm curious now!
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saddad
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Re: Spinach + rusty patches
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November 24, 2009, 08:01:43 »
I get it too... on older plants where the drainage is poorer... but as we replace them each year in different areas I just let it go... :-\
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Robert_Brenchley
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November 24, 2009, 17:41:15 »
Like any fungus, it likes damp conditions. These rusts are always around, but if you have a damp, airless spot, or a wet summer, they can really take hold.
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1066
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Re: Spinach + rusty patches
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November 25, 2009, 08:59:14 »
thanks for the further explanation guys, all this info gleaned on here doesn't go to waste! (well maybe not
all
the info on this website... ::) )
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