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Substance in our flower bed #870031

Asked May 25, 2024, 8:36 AM EDT

Good day. These strange colorful things have appeared in our front flower bed in recent days. Any ideas of what they are? Thanks, Carl

Montgomery County Maryland

Expert Response

These are called slime molds (commonly called dog vomit fungus). They are fairly common on wood mulches and they are not toxic or dangerous to humans, animals, or plants. The fungus "feeds" on bacteria in the mulch and they are just temporary. They'll evenually disappear, or you could scoop them up and them in the trash.

This page and the attached fact sheet provide additional information:


Slime Mold - Ohio State

Christa
Answered by the Home and Garden Information Center (HGIC), University of Maryland Extension. For timely gardening information and tips, subscribe to our Maryland Grows blog and quarterly newsletter. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Replied May 28, 2024, 10:18 AM EDT

Thanks so much!

 

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The Question Asker Replied May 28, 2024, 10:41 AM EDT
You're welcome.
Answered by the Home and Garden Information Center (HGIC), University of Maryland Extension. For timely gardening information and tips, subscribe to our Maryland Grows blog and quarterly newsletter. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Replied May 28, 2024, 10:46 AM EDT

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