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Kerria care requirements
water
Moderate; keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged during the growing season. Reduce watering in winter
soil
Well-draining, fertile loam enriched with organic matter; pH 5.5–7.0. Prefers slightly acidic soil
light
Part shade to full shade; thrives in dappled sunlight but tolerates full shade better than most flowering shrubs. Can handle 2–4 hours of indirect light
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Kerria
- fiber_manual_recordGrey fuzzy mould on leaves, flowers, or fruit
- fiber_manual_recordBrown rotting tissue
- fiber_manual_recordCollapsed flowers
help
Common causes in Kerria
Caused by Botrytis cinerea. Thrives in cool, humid conditions with poor air circulation.
healing
How to treat botrytis (grey mould) in Kerria
Remove all affected tissue. Improve air flow. Apply fungicide.
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Preventing botrytis (grey mould) in Kerria
Good air circulation. Remove dead plant material promptly. Avoid overhead watering.