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Botrytis Blight in Geranium Ivy
How to identify and treat botrytis blight in Geranium Ivy.
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Geranium Ivy care requirements
water
Water moderately; allow soil surface to dry between waterings; very drought-tolerant when established
soil
Well-draining potting or garden soil; tolerates poor fertility; pH 6.0–7.0
light
Full sun (6–8 hours daily); thrives in bright, warm locations
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Geranium Ivy
- 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 Geranium Ivy
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 Geranium Ivy
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 Geranium Ivy
Avoid overhead watering and overcrowding, water at soil level, deadhead spent flowers promptly, and ensure good ventilation, especially in humid weather.