thanks, thought so. It isn't mildew though, i live in the country and have a shit ton of leaf eating bugs so i threw some seven dust on them. I have one other question. I was told that if i cut it of where the split is that it may turn. Does anyone know if there is any truth to that. If no one knows i will take it to my buddies house and try it there and get back with you on if it works or if it is just another myth.