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Aquilegia care requirements
water
Keep soil consistently moist during growing season; avoid waterlogging; reduce watering after flowering
soil
Well-draining, fertile soil rich in organic matter; prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0–7.0); mulch to retain moisture
light
Partial shade to dappled sunlight (3–6 hours); tolerates full sun in cooler climates; afternoon shade in hot regions
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Aquilegia
- fiber_manual_recordCircular brown or black spots
- fiber_manual_recordYellow halos around spots
- fiber_manual_recordPremature defoliation
help
Common causes in Aquilegia
Multiple fungal and bacterial pathogens. Favoured by wet foliage and warm temperatures.
healing
How to treat leaf spot in Aquilegia
Remove affected leaves. Apply appropriate fungicide or bactericide.
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Preventing leaf spot in Aquilegia
Water at soil level. Improve air circulation. Practise crop rotation.