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Dahlia care requirements
water
Regularly and deeply — keep evenly moist.
soil
Rich, well-draining soil.
light
Full sun.
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Dahlia
- fiber_manual_recordGrey fuzzy mould on leaves, flowers, or fruit
- fiber_manual_recordBrown rotting tissue
- fiber_manual_recordCollapsed flowers
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Common causes in Dahlia
Caused by Botrytis cinerea. Thrives in cool, humid conditions with poor air circulation.
healing
How to treat botrytis (grey mould) in Dahlia
Remove all affected tissue. Improve air flow. Apply fungicide.
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Preventing botrytis (grey mould) in Dahlia
Good air circulation. Remove dead plant material promptly. Avoid overhead watering.