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Seedling fungus or mold?

Jezbong
Jezbongstarted grow question 2 years ago
The bean sprouted, but had a little white dot. Ever since the whiteness has been spreading and the seedling isnt growing. Is this a fungus or some form of mold? Anything I can do? I've tried to keep it moist, but that only seems to make it worse.
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Roberts
Robertsanswered grow question 2 years ago
She has a lot of fungus. Was too moist or something stressed plant and it stopped growing. Sorry bud, will have to try again. 🌱
Organoman
Organomananswered grow question 2 years ago
She ain't going to make it and there is nothing you can do to save this one.. Not all seeds are meant to be and this is one of them..........unfortunately, not all seeds are perfect. Try and keep seedlings dry and never spritz them with water (if you have been doing so), it is unnecessary and just encourages fungus.
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GrowingGrannie
GrowingGrannieanswered grow question 2 years ago
The seedling has been completely enveloped by fungus - pitch it and pop another seed... but use a new pot and new soil. Fungus grows in very moist conditions so you've watered this little baby far too much. Soil needs to be moistened AROUND the seedling and then let dry completely before watering again. If it's any consolation, this is the top, most frequent cause of a seedling or plant dying off... overwatering. Overwatering is NOT how much water you give a plant but rather the state of being constantly wet... So it's possible (and frequently done) to kill a plant that is well-established. If you don't let them dry out, you will kill them. For one that size, 1/4 cup of water AROUND the plant once a day would be sufficient... keep the humidity up high (70-80's) and you'll be good. Good luck!
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