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Citrus Powdery Mildew: Identification and Treatment Options

Diagnosis: Powdery Mildew

White powder on leaf undersides = powdery mildew (obligate parasite fungus). Grows on living tissue, extracts nutrients via haustoria.

Fungicide Options (Rotate to Prevent Resistance)

  • Banner MAXX, Immunox
  • Benomyl (Benlate)
  • Folpet (Phaltan)
  • Bayleton, Strike, Triadimefon
  • Funginex (Triforine)
  • Triact, Rose Defense, Neem oil
  • Pipron
  • Phyton 27 (copper sulfate)
  • Rubigan AS
  • Cooke's Wettable, Safer Garden Fungicide, Microthiol Special (Sulfur)

Application Schedule

  1. First spray: spring at bud break
  2. Second spray: 10-14 days later
  3. Rotate fungicide classes each season

Natural/Organic Options

Neem oil, sulfur, copper-based fungicides. Check local nursery for availability.

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