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Powdery Mildew on Snap Peas

Q. It’s nearing the end of sugar snap pea season here in Sacramento. A bunch of my plants, while still producing a few peas, are covered with what appears to be a mildew or mold that turns the leaves and stems white (powdery). Some of the pea pods themselves are mottled on the sun side [...]

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Groundhogs Eating Vegetables!

Q. Grondhogs ate my pea vine and most of the leaves from 12 inches down to 4 inches will they grow and produce peas?
-Spring City, Pennsylvania
A. Oooh, I can feel your pain. I have successfully fed the local woodchuck community with my pea and bean plants as well.
Having been in your spot, I can [...]

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