Verticillium wilt, caused by the soilborne fungus Verticillium dahliae, is a significant disease affecting watermelon (Citrullus lanatus) production in Washington State. This field study at three locations in Washington in 2015 compared verticillium wilt susceptibility, fruit yield and quality of nongrafted watermelon, and grafted plants grown with black plastic and clear plastic mulch. Overall for […]
Verticillium wilt
Factsheets, Handbooks and Manuals
Extension factsheets, handbooks and manuals for Cucurbit Disease Management These publications may contain pesticide recommendations. Pesticide regulations vary from State to State and can change each year. Contact your local Extension office with questions concerning the legality and/or registration status for pesticide use in your area. Locate the Cooperative Extension Specialist in your state. It is important […]
