Sunflower Problem

I am growing sunflowers in my garden, and for a while they seemed to be thriving, but then the leaves started getting this white tinge to them. They are still alive but don’t seem healthy. Do you know what this is?

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#1 Comment By Nikki On 09/10/2012 @ 11:37 am

It is likely powdery mildew. Neem oil can help. Here is more info: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htm ^[1]

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