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Botrytis Blight in Geranium Scented
How to identify and treat botrytis blight in Geranium Scented.
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Geranium Scented care requirements
water
Water moderately; allow soil to dry between waterings; sensitive to overwatering
soil
Well-draining potting or garden soil; tolerates lean soil; pH 6.0–7.5
light
Full sun to bright indirect light (6+ hours daily); insufficient light reduces scent intensity
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Geranium Scented
- 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 Scented
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 Scented
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 Scented
Avoid overhead watering and overcrowding, water at soil level, deadhead spent flowers promptly, and ensure good ventilation, especially in humid weather.