Sclerotinia Stem Rot (White Mold)

Sclerotinia stem rot and white mold cause stem decay and white fungal growth on affected plants. Remove infected plant material. Improve air circulation through spacing and pruning. Avoid overhead watering and reduce humidity. Rot diseases are difficult to manage once established. Focus on prevention through proper culture and site selection Early detection and prompt management of symptoms help limit disease spread.

Reduce moisture around affected tissue by improving drainage and air circulation. Remove rotted material cleanly and dispose of it away from the planting area. Avoid wounding healthy tissue during cleanup, as fresh wounds create new entry points. If the problem keeps returning, evaluate whether the site is too wet or poorly drained for the species you are growing.