white leaf spot on turnips

johnd123 · Rank attained: Hazel Tree Joined: 07 Aug 2013 Posts: 1

hi i have white leaf spot on my turnips should i just pull them up to prevent spreading or will they grow on if left

Mews · Rank attained: Hazel Tree Joined: 07 Feb 2015 Posts: 31

yes. Remove the infected plants and dispose so it can't re-infect. Clean your hands and equipment and use a fungicide on the non affected plants to try and control it for the rest of the season.

More information:

http://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/cabbage/cruciferous-leaf-spot.htm

http://gardener.wikia.com/wiki/White_leaf_spot_%28Brassica%29