Fava bean leaves turning yellow then dying - Ask Extension
Hi, the leaves around the base of my Fava bean plants are turning completely yellow (beginning at the edge, with the veins the last to turn) and then ...
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Fava bean leaves turning yellow then dying #650507
Asked June 13, 2020, 5:48 PM EDT
Hi, the leaves around the base of my Fava bean plants are turning completely yellow (beginning at the edge, with the veins the last to turn) and then beginning to die/turn brown and burnt looking from the edge inwards. I have applied lots of compost, bone meal, and water every 2-3 days. The soil is sandy and drains well. Any idea what this could be? Thanks!!
Ulster County New York
Expert Response
Check the roots on one of the plants. Search on line for Fusarium root rot.
What is the source of your compost?
Have you had this problem in previous years in this location?
Here is one fact sheet from Cornell
