White Fuzzy Areas on Summer Squash

Question

My eastern Massachusetts area has had a lot of rain. We got control of slugs, but now I see fuzzy areas growing on leaves of the summer squash. How can I find out what it is?

Answer 1

It sounds like you have powdery mildew. This is common in vining plants.This article should help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/disease/powdery-mildew-homemade-and-organic-remedies.htm