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Common types of garden mould and how to get rid of them

How to identify and tackle garden mould
What is mould?
What causes mould?
Why is garden mould a bad thing?
Mould could be harming garden birds
Type of mould: slime moulds
Type of mould: snow mould
Type of mould: Cladosporium
Type of mould: Alternaria
Type of mould: Aspergillus
Clean bird houses regularly
Don't overlook the bird bath
Keep bird food dry
Add a rain guard on the feeder
Clean garden tools thoroughly
Clean up garden debris
Properly dispose of garden debris
Improve garden drainage
Maintain good air circulation
Use mulch wisely
Remove weeds
Store potting soil properly
Consider fungicides
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How to identify and tackle garden mould

It’s common knowledge that mould loves damp, humid conditions in our homes, but did you know that it can also thrive outside? Our gardens are hotbeds for bacteria and some moulds are most prevalent during spring and summer, thanks to the increase in hot and humid weather.

Sadly, this poses a serious threat to garden plants and wildlife, which is why we've created a guide to common outdoor mould varieties and how to get rid of them. Click or scroll on to gain the know-how to make your garden a safer place for everyone...

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Jen Grimble

15 May 2024

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