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Fruit rot on the ground
Plant disease guide · TerraceFarming
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What causes Fruit rot on the ground?
Heavy pumpkins sitting directly on wet soil or wet terrace tiles are highly susceptible to rotting at the contact point.
How to treat Fruit rot on the ground
Carefully lift the pumpkin and place a piece of cardboard, a wooden plank, or a bed of dry straw underneath it.
How to prevent Fruit rot on the ground
Provide a dry barrier beneath the developing fruit early on. If growing on a trellis, support the fruit with a cloth sling.
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