Ice plant with Grey Mould? Rare but Treatable
Carpobrotus
Grey Mould on Ice plant: What to Know?
Grey Mould on Ice plant (Carpobrotus) is a fungal condition with moderate severity. Ice plant has low susceptibility to this disease.
Ice plant is a easy-care plant.
Unlike most plants, Ice plant has natural resistance to Grey Mould. Best treated with preventive measures rather than reactive treatment. Unlike bacterial infections, Grey Mould on Ice plant can be managed with organic fungicides.
ðą How to Care for Ice plant to Prevent Grey Mould?
ð§ How to Water
Once established, water only during long dry spells, every 3 weeks or less. Let the soil dry out completely between waterings. Soil that stays wet rots the roots and stems.
âïļ Lighting
Full sun all day. In shade it flowers poorly and is more prone to fungal problems.
ðŠī Ideal Soil
Sandy or gravelly soil with excellent drainage. It tolerates poor, salty and lime-rich soil. Avoid heavy clay that stays wet.