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title: "what is this😭!!! i’ve tired changing the dirt to my plants that had…"
description: "what is this😭!!! i’ve tired changing the dirt to my plants that had this but it came back and worse😞😞"
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author: "Christina"
published: "2024-04-06T19:03:54.697343Z"
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# what is this😭!!! i’ve tired changing the dirt to my plants that had…

_Geplaatst door Christina op 2024-04-06_

what is this😭!!! i’ve tired changing the dirt to my plants that had this but it came back and worse😞😞

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## 4 reacties

### stonedfruuit reageerde op 2024-04-06

thats mold, a chunkier more aerated soil mix will help prevent that build up

### Riley reageerde op 2024-04-06

Letting the soil dry out a bit more between waterings makes it harder for mold to grow

### Sunny reageerde op 2024-04-07

It’s fungus. It naturally grows from the organic matter and moisture in the potting mix. My plumosa fern came in a similar potting mix and was prone to growing fungus.  
Let the soil dry out more before watering. A fungicidal spray should help if it’s persistent.

### K reageerde op 2024-04-07

Yep, fungus. You can use a fungicide or other method if it bothers you, but it’s not a threat to the plant. More drainage may help, as can more air circulation in the room, but don’t be shocked if it returns. You can also use a decorative top layer like pebbles on the soil.

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