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Pale Leaves in Aeonium Haworthii
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Commonly called the Pinwheel Plant, this compact Aeonium features small, tightly packed rosettes with pointed grey-green leaves edged in red
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Aeonium Haworthii care requirements
These care conditions are most relevant to pale leaves in Aeonium Haworthii. Check each one as a potential cause.
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Light
Bright indirect light preferred; tolerates partial shade better than most Aeoniums. 3–5 hours of direct sun maintains color without leaf scorch.
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Fertiliser
Very light feeding; apply diluted balanced fertilizer once in spring and optionally once in early summer.
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Water
Water moderately when soil is dry; every 7–14 days during growing season. Significantly reduce in winter.
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Symptoms to look for in Aeonium Haworthii
- fiber_manual_recordWashed-out, pale colour
- fiber_manual_recordYellowing between veins
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Common causes in Aeonium Haworthii
- fiber_manual_recordIron deficiency
- fiber_manual_recordMagnesium deficiency
- fiber_manual_recordToo much direct sun
- fiber_manual_recordAlkaline soil
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How to diagnose pale leaves in Aeonium Haworthii
Interveinal yellowing on new growth = iron deficiency. On old growth = magnesium deficiency.
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How to treat pale leaves in Aeonium Haworthii
Apply chelated iron or Epsom salt as appropriate. Adjust soil pH.
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Preventing pale leaves in Aeonium Haworthii
Use ericaceous compost for acid-loving plants. Feed with micronutrient fertiliser.