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Leaf Spot in Digitalis Ferruginea
How to identify and treat leaf spot in Digitalis Ferruginea.
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Digitalis Ferruginea care requirements
water
Moderate watering; once established, fairly drought-tolerant. Water during dry spells and in early growth; reduce after flowering.
soil
Well-draining, moderate fertility soil. Tolerates sandy or gravelly soil better than other digitalis. pH 6.0–7.5 acceptable.
light
Full sun to partial shade (4–6 hours of sun); tolerates more sun than D. purpurea.
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Digitalis Ferruginea
- fiber_manual_recordCircular brown or black spots
- fiber_manual_recordYellow halos around spots
- fiber_manual_recordPremature defoliation
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Common causes in Digitalis Ferruginea
Multiple fungal and bacterial pathogens. Favoured by wet foliage and warm temperatures.
healing
How to treat leaf spot in Digitalis Ferruginea
Remove affected leaves. Apply appropriate fungicide or bactericide.
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Preventing leaf spot in Digitalis Ferruginea
Water at soil level. Improve air circulation. Practise crop rotation.