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Ageratum care requirements
water
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; water when top inch of soil is dry
soil
Well-draining, fertile soil rich in organic matter; pH 5.5–7.5
light
Full sun to light shade (at least 4–6 hours of direct sun); blooms best in full sun
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Ageratum
- fiber_manual_recordCircular brown or black spots
- fiber_manual_recordYellow halos around spots
- fiber_manual_recordPremature defoliation
help
Common causes in Ageratum
Multiple fungal and bacterial pathogens. Favoured by wet foliage and warm temperatures.
healing
How to treat leaf spot in Ageratum
Remove affected leaves. Apply appropriate fungicide or bactericide.
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Preventing leaf spot in Ageratum
Water at soil level. Improve air circulation. Practise crop rotation.