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Sooty Mould in Bay Laurel
How to identify and treat sooty mould in Bay Laurel.
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Bay Laurel care requirements
water
Regularly in summer, sparingly in winter.
soil
Well-draining, fertile soil.
light
Full sun to partial shade.
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Bay Laurel
- fiber_manual_recordBlack powdery coating on leaves
- fiber_manual_recordReduced photosynthesis
- fiber_manual_recordSticky residue beneath black coating
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Common causes in Bay Laurel
Grows on honeydew excreted by aphids, scale, or whitefly. Not a direct plant pathogen.
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How to treat sooty mould in Bay Laurel
Treat the underlying pest infestation. Wash mould off leaves with water.
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Preventing sooty mould in Bay Laurel
Control sap-sucking pests. Good air circulation.