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Nemophila care requirements
water
Keep soil evenly moist but well-draining; water regularly, especially during dry spells; avoid waterlogging
soil
Well-draining, fertile soil; pH 6.0–7.5; tolerates poor soil but prefers soil amended with compost
light
Full sun to part shade; prefers 4–6 hours of sunlight; tolerates dappled shade in hot climates
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Nemophila
- fiber_manual_recordGrey fuzzy mould on leaves, flowers, or fruit
- fiber_manual_recordBrown rotting tissue
- fiber_manual_recordCollapsed flowers
help
Common causes in Nemophila
Caused by Botrytis cinerea. Thrives in cool, humid conditions with poor air circulation.
healing
How to treat botrytis (grey mould) in Nemophila
Remove all affected tissue. Improve air flow. Apply fungicide.
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Preventing botrytis (grey mould) in Nemophila
Good air circulation. Remove dead plant material promptly. Avoid overhead watering.