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Is Leaf Mould.

Frances ReynoldsFrances Reynolds Posts: 24
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Hello, I have a white powdery substance on my plant leaves.  The plants continue to grow and flower, but are they infected by a mould.  

If the are , how do I get rid of it?

Thank you Frances.

 

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  • ButtercupdaysButtercupdays Posts: 4,546

    It's powdery mildew. It's usually caused by dry roots. Make sure they are well watered, especially as they are in pots, and spread them out a bit to improve air flow round the plants. Phlox are well behaved plants and do really well in the border.

  • WelshonionWelshonion Posts: 3,114
    Leaf mould is not 'mould' on leaves, rather rotted down leaves used as a soil conditioner.



    Some phlox are prone to mildew, others seem immune. Unfortunately you have the non-immune kind.
  • Frances ReynoldsFrances Reynolds Posts: 24

    Thank you Buttercupdays & Welshonion You have been most helpful.

    Can this mildew infect my other plants beside the main infected one?

    Will it spread to other plants?

    Frances.

  • LesleyKLesleyK Posts: 4,029

    Don't know if it helps but I've had mildew on asters which haven't affected any neighbouring plants.  Good luckimage

  • WelshonionWelshonion Posts: 3,114
    No, it will probably be confined to the phlox.
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