Fungus in our garden *

(Question)

Hi, we have a flat white spreading fungus that is growing on the ground in our garden around plants and at the base of two trees. What is it ? What can we do? We are in the High Park area.

 

(Answer)

Fungi grow on decomposing woody materials in the soil . This is a natural occurrence in nature, especially if the area is damp.  It looks as if you might have a soaker hose next to the tree providing the fungi with the moisture it needs.

I have attached links to two interesting web sites which will provide you with further information.

https://extension.illinois.edu/soil/SoilBiology/fungi.htm

https://www.soilquality.org.au/factsheets/soil-bacteria-and-fungi-nsw

If you remove the soaker hose and let the area dry out the fungus will dry up.