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Bee Balm care requirements
water
Moderate watering; keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water at soil level to avoid leaf wetness.
soil
Well-draining, fertile soil. Prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH. Tolerates a range of soil types.
light
Full sun to partial shade. Best flowering in full sun, but tolerates afternoon shade in hot climates.
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Bee Balm
- fiber_manual_recordCircular brown or black spots
- fiber_manual_recordYellow halos around spots
- fiber_manual_recordPremature defoliation
help
Common causes in Bee Balm
Multiple fungal and bacterial pathogens. Favoured by wet foliage and warm temperatures.
healing
How to treat leaf spot in Bee Balm
Remove affected leaves. Apply appropriate fungicide or bactericide.
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Preventing leaf spot in Bee Balm
Water at soil level. Improve air circulation. Practise crop rotation.