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Botrytis (Grey Mould)

Fungal

Plant disease guide — symptoms, causes, treatment, and prevention.

symptoms

Symptoms

  • circleGrey fuzzy mould on leaves, flowers, or fruit
  • circleBrown rotting tissue
  • circleCollapsed flowers
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Causes

Caused by Botrytis cinerea. Thrives in cool, humid conditions with poor air circulation.

healing

Treatment

Remove all affected tissue. Improve air flow. Apply fungicide.

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Prevention

Good air circulation. Remove dead plant material promptly. Avoid overhead watering.

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