Fungus on leaves of squash

Question

My pumpkins squash and cucumber leaves are dying and have developed a fungus I believe according to your website. Should I or can I harvest what I have or does it need to be destroyed? Do I need to remove the plants from the garden?
Thanks so much for your help!

Answer 1

It would depend on the type of fungus that your plants are infected with.
Powdery Mildew can be treated.
These articles have more information.

https://hortnews.extension.iastate.edu/2007/4-11/sick.html
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/squash/powdery-mildew-in-squash.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/disease/downy-mildew.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/disease/learn-about-plant-rust-disease-and-rust-treatment.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/squash/mosaic-on-squash.htm