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margie12u
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Posted: Tue Jul 14, 2009 3:45 pm Post subject: What can I do about black spots on Zinnias
Good Morning Everyone , Does any one know what to do about black spots on my giant zinnias, they are blooming so nicely , But know some spots have taken over,I would appreciate any help, Thank You Margie moderator's note: added a more descriptive title to topic

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grownforyou
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Posted: Sat Oct 24, 2009 12:11 pm Post subject:
If the black spots are on the leaves it is probably a fungal pathogen. You can spray them obviously, but try and remove as many of the leaves as possible and throw them in the garbage rather than compost them. A picture would probably help

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