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Root Rot in Carnation
verifiedReviewed by the GreenScout Team
Carnations are long-lasting flowering plants with ruffled, fragrant blooms available in nearly every color except true blue
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Carnation care requirements
These care conditions are most relevant to root rot in Carnation. Check each one as a potential cause.
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Water
Water moderately; keep soil moist but not saturated. Allow top inch to dry between waterings. Reduce watering in winter.
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Soil
Well-draining, fertile soil with neutral to slightly alkaline pH (6.5–7.5). Add compost or aged manure for best results.
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Humidity
Moderate humidity (40–60%); good air circulation prevents fungal diseases. Avoid misting foliage.
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Symptoms to look for in Carnation
- fiber_manual_recordBrown, mushy roots
- fiber_manual_recordYellowing leaves
- fiber_manual_recordWilting despite moist soil
- fiber_manual_recordFoul smell from soil
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Common causes in Carnation
- fiber_manual_recordOverwatering
- fiber_manual_recordPoor drainage
- fiber_manual_recordFungal pathogens
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How to diagnose root rot in Carnation
Remove plant from pot. Healthy roots are white/tan and firm. Rotted roots are brown/black and mushy.
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How to treat root rot in Carnation
Trim all rotted roots with sterile scissors. Treat with hydrogen peroxide solution. Repot in fresh, well-draining soil.
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Preventing root rot in Carnation
Always use pots with drainage holes. Allow soil to partially dry between waterings. Use well-draining compost.