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BARK MULCH HOSTS INVASION OF SLIME MOLD.(Home Front)
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Rocky Mountain News (Denver, CO)
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September 4, 2004| Author:
Rauen, Mae Lenoir
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Byline: Mae Lenoir Rauen, Special to the News
Question: There's something nasty growing in the bark mulch in the front yard. I'm guessing it's some kind of fungus. Do you know what this is and how to get rid of it?
Answer: Slime molds are a fairly common occurrence during periods of warm temperatures and high humidity. They may be bright yellow, orange or the color of peanut butter, and are usually found in damp, shady areas with abundant organic matter. While...