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Early blight on Charlottes

AdRockAdRock Posts: 241
in Problem solving
Hi, first signs of early blight on our Charlotte potatoes. I’ve removed the affected leaves. Is there anything natural/safe I can spray to combat this or will I need to dispose of them? It doesn’t seem too bad at the moment and I’m hoping I can save them 

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  • steephillsteephill Posts: 2,841
    Are you sure it is early blight? The RHS suggests that early blight isn't common in the UK.

    From their website:-

    What is early blight of potatoes?

    Early blight is a different disease that is found widely in North America, and is commonly reported on the internet. This fungal disease of potatoes is caused by Alternaria solani and A. alternata. It is not a common problem in British gardens, but can be confused with the symptoms caused by the much more common magnesium deficiency.



  • AdRockAdRock Posts: 241
    Looking at these photos, the circular bullseye spots are definitely what I’ve got
  • ShepsSheps Posts: 2,236
    I must admit, I've had early blight, but that was on toms.
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