mold in the soil - Knowledgebase Question

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Question by bluesmon38
May 13, 2006
Why do I have mold in the soil of my gardenia and geranium?
How can I get rid of it?
Thank You for your help.

Lorraine Wheeler


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Answer from NGA
May 13, 2006
Mold on the soil surface usually indicates overly wet conditions. You can scrape the mold off the soil and then place a layer of decorative gravel on top of the soil. This will stop the mold from growing.

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