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Botrytis Blight in Martagon Lily
How to identify and treat botrytis blight in Martagon Lily.
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Martagon Lily care requirements
water
Keep soil moderately moist during growing season; water less frequently after flowering; avoid waterlogging
soil
Well-draining, humus-rich soil; prefers slightly acidic conditions; amend with leaf mold or compost
light
Partial shade to dappled sunlight; performs better than most lilies in shade; needs some afternoon sun
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Martagon Lily
- 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 Martagon Lily
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 Martagon Lily
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 Martagon Lily
Avoid overhead watering and overcrowding, water at soil level, deadhead spent flowers promptly, and ensure good ventilation, especially in humid weather.