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I have just bought a propagator and started some sweet peas off in it i have noticed a whitish mould starting to grow on top of the compost in the propagator is this normal ?? any suggestions if i am doing anything wrong
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mr moose said:



I have just bought a propagator and started some sweet peas off in it i
have noticed a whitish mould starting to grow on top of the compost in
the propagator is this normal ?? any suggestions if i am doing anything
wrong

Mold is sually an indication of excessive moisture and/or poor air
circulation.

You need to keep the germinating medium damp, not soggy.

If your propagator has a lid on it, remove it.

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