White mould on plants looks like a fuzzy substance that is the result of fungus spores. The spores quickly grow on the plant leaves and stems to form a white fuzz that’s also called powdery

mildew. This white fuzzy mould can affect indoor and outdoor plants, especially when growing conditions are warm, damp, and humid. Although white mould won’t kill a healthy plant, it can

affect the plant’s growth. The airborne spores can easily infest nearby plants or create a furry white mould on plant soil. White mould on plants develops when naturally-occurring fungal

spores germinate and grow.  The white fungal growth - also called mycelium - appears in warm, damp conditions, especially plants that grow in poor light. Overwatering houseplants and keeping

plants. READ MORE: GARDEN PLANTS TO ‘ALWAYS’ PRUNE IN WINTER TO ‘BOOST HEALTH’ When using baking soda to get rid of white plant mould, it’s important to remember that the sodium content

will eventually seep into the soil. In time, this can affect the plant’s growth. So, you may have to flush the soil occasionally to remove a buildup of salts and other minerals. HOW TO USE

NEEM OIL TO GET RID OF WHITE MOULD ON PLANTS Neem oil is a well-known natural insecticide, and it can be “effective in wiping powdery white mould” from leaves. The pros said: “The neem oil

antifungal spray will help resolve your mould problems and, at the same time, kill off common household pests." To make the spray, mix two teaspoons of organic neem oil with two litres

of water. To emulsify the solution, thoroughly mix in one teaspoon of washing up liquid. Then pour the neem oil solution in a spray bottle and liberally spray the white mould on plant leaves

and stems. Gardeners can also use this neem oil recipe as an antifungal soil flush. The pros noted: “This is especially effective if you have a fuzzy white mould on plant roots.” READ MORE:

 FIVE ‘COMMON LAWN MISTAKES’ TO AVOID A PATCH LAWN IN WINTER HOW TO USE MILK TO GET RID OF WHITE MOULD ON PLANTS A natural milk spray can help eliminate powdery white coatings on plant

leaves and stems. The experts said: “This type of anti-mould spray for plants is safer than spraying toxic chemicals on the leaves. “Similar to the baking soda remedy, milk is most effective

on plants to prevent white fuzz on leaves and stems. You should start spraying your susceptible plants every two weeks when the weather becomes warmer. Using milk spray this way may prevent

powdery mildew from appearing on your plants.” To make the solution use a 40 to 60 ratio of milk to water. Fill a spray bottle with the milk solution and then spray on the white fuzzy mould

of the affected plant leaves and stems. Place the treated plant in direct sunlight to dry. Repeat the antifungal treatment on your plants every 10 to 14 days to get rid of the mould. HOW TO

USE APPLE CIDER VINEGAR TO GET RID OF WHITE MOULD ON PLANTS Apple cider vinegar is another household item that has antifungal properties. The plant pros said: “Using a mixture of apple

cider vinegar and water may be enough to get rid of white fuzz from plant leaves. All you need is to make a diluted solution to help tackle your plant mould problem.” To make this vinegar

spray, mix one to one and a half tablespoons of apple cider vinegar with two litres of water. Pour the apple cider solution into a spray bottle and spray all parts of the plant affected by

the powdery mildew or white fuzzy mould. The experts recommend spraying the plants every two weeks to help “get rid of plant mould for good”. With the vinegar recipe, gardeners can also

substitute apple cider vinegar for regular white vinegar.  However, it’s important to remember that vinegar is acidic. So, don’t use a stronger concentration, or you could burn the leaves.

It’s recommended to test one leaf, first of all, to see how the leaves react.