early blight
Americannoun
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While diseases such as early blight and powdery mildew are already well-known by gardeners, they are appearing more frequently, especially for those in northern climates who are experiencing warmer weather than in prior years.
From Salon ● Mar. 14, 2024
Eventually, early blight can infect plant stems and the shoulders of fruit.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 26, 2021
Both early blight and Septoria leaf spot are soil-borne fungi that overwinter in infested soil.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 26, 2021
Not all diseases can infect seed, but some can — including anthracnose fruit rot and early blight, as well as some bacterial diseases.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 26, 2021
When we behold it our hopes rise, but they are doomed to early blight by a careful study of the situation.
From The Heart-Cry of Jesus by Rees, Byron J. (Byron Johnson)
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