Has mould formed on the potting compost of your houseplant? A simple household remedy will help you get rid of the mould in a flash.
Mould can quickly attack houseplants. If you do not react quickly, the plant may die.
Mould infestation often occurs through no fault of its own: Moulds settle wherever there is dead organic material, including in the soil.
However, there are other reasons for mould in the pot of a houseplant – for example, if you water the plant too much, if it is poorly ventilated or if you use poor quality potting soil.
Mould on houseplants? You need to react immediately
As mould can accumulate in the room air, allergy sufferers and people with a weak immune system in particular should take quick action against the infestation. The plant can also suffer from mould and become more susceptible to disease.
Quick and easy – this household remedy helps against mould
Experts advise roughly removing the mould layer and then loosening the surface.
If the mould appears more frequently, it is often not enough to remove the visible mould. Repotting the plant or changing the soil can then provide a remedy. If you want to continue using the pot, you should wash it out with vinegar and then make sure you use high-quality potting soil.
