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Is this Soil Mold Safe?

MMSC16
MMSC16started grow question 1y ago
After rainfall, I notice mold on top layer of soil. Approximately 70 days from seed. Photoperiod, outdoor grow in 7G fabric pots. I know powdery mildew and botrytis is a death sentence for plants in flower, but with these girls in veg - is it okay? What should I do?
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0ldToby
0ldTobyanswered grow question 1y ago
She looks good to me, I wouldn't do a thing
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modmyplants
modmyplantsanswered grow question 1y ago
No, that mold obviously doesn’t spread on plants since your stem is completely clear. Don’t panic and apply simple logic 😂 Happy grows
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Papa_T
Papa_Tanswered grow question 1y ago
This looks like a type of saprophytic fungus, meaning that they feed on the dead organic material in the soil. They won't feed on your plants or cause any direct damage to them. I would just break up the top surface of the soil a bit with a fork and the problem should sort itself out as it dries.
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Gnrlymsntrp81
Gnrlymsntrp81answered grow question 1y ago
Spray with hydrogen peroxide, wait till dry, repeat if needed. Then put a layer of perlite or sand(not to fine or play sand) on top 2cm. And use 30 % perlite in your soil next time for better aeration. Much success 🤞and Happy Growing
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