Late blight affects tomatoes, peppers, eggplant and some other vegetables.  It appears as irregular, small pale to dark green water-soaked spots that are surrounded by a zone of yellowish tissue.  Lesions may expand rapidly and become brown to purplish black.  Fruit discoloration usually begins on the upper side and remain firm.  If you suspect that a plant has this disease, have a knowledgeable garden member confirm it.

This is a serious disease so prompt action is necessary.  Pull out the plant and dispose in a plastic bag to avoid spreading the disease to other nearby plants.

Source:  http://ipm.ucanr.edu/PMG/GARDEN/VEGES/DISEASES/lateblight.html .

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