potted_plant
Chives care requirements
water
Regularly — keep moist.
soil
Fertile, well-draining soil.
light
Full sun to partial shade.
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Chives
- fiber_manual_recordOrange or brown pustules on leaf undersides
- fiber_manual_recordYellow spots on leaf tops
- fiber_manual_recordPremature leaf drop
help
Common causes in Chives
Caused by various Puccinia and Phragmidium species. Spreads via windborne spores in moist conditions.
healing
How to treat rust in Chives
Remove and destroy infected leaves. Apply copper or sulphur fungicide.
shield
Preventing rust in Chives
Avoid overhead watering. Space plants adequately. Clear debris.