Disease on crop
fungalPhytophthora Root Rot on cranberry
Phytophthora species
Soil-borne water mold that destroys roots in waterlogged soils, the leading cause of blueberry decline in poorly drained sites.
- Disease
- Phytophthora Root Rot
- Pathogen type
- Fungal
- Crop
- Cranberry
- Scientific name
- Phytophthora species
Phytophthora Root Rot on cranberry
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Symptoms on cranberry
- ▸ Yellowing and stunting
- ▸ Wilting despite adequate soil moisture
- ▸ Black or rotted roots when plants are dug
- ▸ Sudden plant death after wet periods
IPM controls
- ✓ Plant on raised beds or berms in heavy soils
- ✓ Site selection for excellent drainage above all else
- ✓ Resistant rootstocks where available
- ✓ Avoid overwatering and improve soil organic matter
- ✓ Phosphonate fungicide drenches in established infections
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