Damping off

A Pinus taeda seedling that was destroyed by fungus

Damping off (or damping-off) is a horticultural disease or condition, caused by several different pathogens that kill or weaken seeds or seedlings before or after they germinate. It is most prevalent in wet and cool conditions.[1]

  1. ^ Grabowski, M. (June 1, 2012). "Cold Wet Soils Help Root Rotting Fungi". University of Minnesota Extension. Archived from the original on April 1, 2012. Retrieved June 3, 2012.