Cantaloupe, Melons: Brown marmorated stink bug Categories: Cantaloupe, Melons Cantaloupe, Melons Insects Vegetables Last review date: 2026-09-29 06:57 Last edit date: Brown marmorated stink bug adult Photo by: M. Bush Biology The brown marmorated stink bug (BMSB) is an introduced pest species from Asia that is spreading quickly across the United States. Nymphs and adults […]
Cantaloupe, Melons: Spider mites Categories: Cantaloupe, Melons Cantaloupe, Melons Insects Vegetables Last review date: 2026-09-29 06:57 Last edit date: Spider mites under microscope Photo by: L.K. Tanigoshi Biology Spider mites are tiny, eight-legged mites which may range in color from yellowish to green or red. They typically feed on the underside of leaves, causing a […]
Cantaloupe, Melons: Squash bug Categories: Cantaloupe, Melons Cantaloupe, Melons Insects Vegetables Last review date: 2026-09-29 06:57 Last edit date: Squash bug adult and nymphs Photo by: Unknown Biology The squash bug attacks squash, pumpkin, melons, and related crops. Adults are typically dark brown, but may have gray or light brown markings. They are about 3/4″ […]
Cantaloupe, Melons: Damping-off Categories: Cantaloupe, Melons Cantaloupe, Melons Diseases Vegetables Last review date: 2025-10-30 02:47 Last edit date: Damping-off of cucumber seedlings Photo by: R.S. Byther Biology Melon seeds and seedlings may be attacked by a fungus in the soil. Seeds may be rotted and seedlings may be infected and fail to emerge from the […]
Cantaloupe, Melons: Powdery mildew Categories: Cantaloupe, Melons Cantaloupe, Melons Diseases Vegetables Last review date: 2026-08-29 08:37 Last edit date: Powdery mildew on cucumber leaves Photo by: R.S. Byther Biology Powdery mildew is a common fungal disease of melons. Upper and lower leaf surfaces and stems are typically affected. Small white spots quickly enlarge into patches […]
Cantaloupe, Melons: Verticillium wilt Categories: Cantaloupe, Melons Cantaloupe, Melons Diseases Vegetables Last review date: 2026-03-21 04:20 Last edit date: Verticillium wilt causing necrosis on pumpkin leaves Photo by: D.A. Inglis Biology Verticillium wilt is caused by a fungus which can persist in the soil for many years. It has a broad host range, including many […]