Leaf Spot

Intro & Fun Fact:
Spots appear on leaves—yellow, brown, or black—spreading quickly.
Fun fact: Some spots have “halos” showing bacterial origin!

Why it appears:

• Splashing rain or watering
• Infected tools or plants
• Warm, moist conditions
• Dead leaf debris
• Close plant spacing

Prevention tips:

• Remove infected leaves
• Avoid overhead watering
• Sanitize tools
• Rotate susceptible crops
• Use mulch