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Samphire care requirements
water
Water sparingly; allow soil to dry significantly between waterings; drought-tolerant once established; excessive moisture causes rot.
soil
Well-draining, poor to moderately fertile soil; tolerates sandy, gritty, or rocky soil with pH 6.0–7.5; add perlite or sand for drainage.
light
Full sun (6–8 hours daily); requires bright light for optimal flavor and growth.
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Samphire
- fiber_manual_recordGrey fuzzy mould on leaves, flowers, or fruit
- fiber_manual_recordBrown rotting tissue
- fiber_manual_recordCollapsed flowers
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Common causes in Samphire
Caused by Botrytis cinerea. Thrives in cool, humid conditions with poor air circulation.
healing
How to treat botrytis (grey mould) in Samphire
Remove all affected tissue. Improve air flow. Apply fungicide.
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Preventing botrytis (grey mould) in Samphire
Good air circulation. Remove dead plant material promptly. Avoid overhead watering.