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Botrytis Blight in Camellia Sasanqua
How to identify and treat botrytis blight in Camellia Sasanqua.
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Camellia Sasanqua care requirements
water
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; reduce watering in winter
soil
Acidic, well-draining soil rich in organic matter; pH 5.5–6.5
light
Partial shade to full sun; prefers afternoon shade in hot climates
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Camellia Sasanqua
- fiber_manual_recordFuzzy grey-brown mould on flowers, leaves, or stems
- fiber_manual_recordWater-soaked spots that turn brown and mushy
- fiber_manual_recordBlighted flower buds that fail to open
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Common causes in Camellia Sasanqua
Caused by the fungus Botrytis cinerea (grey mould), which thrives in cool, humid conditions with poor air circulation, often spreading rapidly on damaged or ageing plant tissue.
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How to treat botrytis blight in Camellia Sasanqua
Remove and destroy all affected plant material immediately, improve airflow around the plant, and apply a fungicide labelled for Botrytis if the infection is spreading.
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Preventing botrytis blight in Camellia Sasanqua
Avoid overhead watering and overcrowding, water at soil level, deadhead spent flowers promptly, and ensure good ventilation, especially in humid weather.