Powdery Mildew on Sweet Peas: Identification and Next Steps

White, Dying Vines = Classic Powdery Mildew

The white coating on your sweet peas and garden peas in Victoria, BC, is almost certainly powdery mildew. Aphids often accompany it, but the fungus is the primary issue.

Confirm Before Treating

• Send a close-up photo of affected leaves.
• Or bring a sample to a local garden center.

Once confirmed, improve air circulation, avoid overhead watering, and apply a labeled fungicide if the crop is valuable.