Botrytis on Dead Plant Material

Looks like Botrytis (the fungus disease also called 'Grey Mould') is going to present a real problem this year. I don't know whether it is just the cold damp weather, or because I have brought in new stock from outside.

This is often the source of new problems, and is often more trouble than it's worth. Because, once obtained, pests and diseases are usually very difficult, if not impossible, to remove - or even control.

But this disease is also in the air. It is found in fridges in the house, and suchlike.

The picture shows the fungus getting its spores ready for release into the surroundings. So best to remove all dead material before then, to keep down the spore concentration in the air and thus reduce the likelihood of further plant infections.