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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    July 6, 2020
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    That is one of many bird's nest fungi. Those "eggs" you see are the spore bearing surface.

    These guys are very beneficial to soil, as they break down organic material into nutrients very fast.

    If any fungi were to be considered a garden friend... these would be it. Please do not take steps to remove them, as they are difficult to rid, and doing so will, effectively, will cause harm to your plant.

    I have found one of our articles pertaining to this little garden friend. This will give you a good read:

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/fungus-lichen/birds-nest-fungus.htm

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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    July 10, 2020
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    That would be Spinellus fusiger. It is a parasite that attacks other fungi. It is a fungus, itself.

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  • Answered by
    GKH_Susan on
    July 19, 2020
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    It's a fungus from too much moisture. I would turn the tray around so the light is on the other side and they will straighten up. Increase the air flow even if you need to add a fan. You also can thin the seedlings since there are multiple ones growing in each cell.

    Here are more tips:

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/propagation/seeds/preventing-white-fluffy-fungus-on-seed-starting-soil.htm

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/propagation/seeds/seedlings-after-germination.htm

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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    August 18, 2020
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    Not technically, but it is close enough to be considered one. Dog Vomit Slime Molds are very beneficial to the garden, though unsightly.

    Their diet consists of bacteria, and when you see them it is likely that you have a bacterial infection in the area. It should be left to clean up your soil, as the bacteria present may harm your plants.

    Here is an article that will give you more information:

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/fungus-lichen/what-is-slime-mold-slime.htm

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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    September 15, 2020
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    There are a few things you can try! This article will help:

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/homemade-fungicide.htm

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  • Answered by
    GKH_Susan on
    November 2, 2020
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    It's a type of mushroom. To eliminate them, make your soil less hospitable. They like shady, moist areas with decaying matter such as leaves, sticks, etc. I'm surprised it thrives in your dry environment.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/fungus-lichen/environmental-benefits-of-fungi.htm

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/lawn-care/lgen/eliminate-mushrooms-in-your-lawn.htm

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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    December 14, 2020
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    Unfortunately, your photos did not come through. It does sound a bit like what is known as Dog Vomit Mold. This is good news, and bad news.

    The good news is that this organism eats bacteria. This is what it will consume the most of during its life cycle.

    The bad news is that your soil is bacterial. Usually, this means that it stays far too moist to support plant life. This is where bacteria thrive. Fortunately, it is where the slime mold thrives, as well.

    I would let the organism do what it does best- It acts as a soil cleaner. Make sure to let the soil dry out thoroughly between waterings, if possible.

    If you want to speed things up, you can use a fungicide to help treat your soil. This article will help you with fungicide use:

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/using-fungicides-in-garden.htm

    This article will explain more on the subject of Slime Molds:

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/fungus-lichen/what-is-slime-mold-slime.htm

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