When turning over the dirt in my grow box there seems to be a layer of white stuff about 12 inches below the surface. - Ask Extension
The white stuff looks like frozen dirt but of course it's not cold so it's not that. I'll attach a picture.
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When turning over the dirt in my grow box there seems to be a layer of white stuff about 12 inches below the surface. #865791
Asked April 24, 2024, 6:14 PM EDT
The white stuff looks like frozen dirt but of course it's not cold so it's not that. I'll attach a picture.
Washington County Oregon
Expert Response
Thank you for your. question, Ann. You are seeing one of several common, beneficial and necessary fungal species, and you need not worry. They are all part of nature's recycling system, as explained here: https://ucanr.edu/blogs/blogcore/postdetail.cfm?postnum=51404
Wash your hands after handling the soil, wash off and food grown in the soil, and keep pets and children away from any mushrooms that grow. Good luck!
Wash your hands after handling the soil, wash off and food grown in the soil, and keep pets and children away from any mushrooms that grow. Good luck!
