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Feverfew care requirements
water
Moderate watering; allow soil to dry between waterings once established. Fairly drought-tolerant.
soil
Well-draining soil; tolerates poor, rocky, or sandy soil; neutral to slightly alkaline pH (6.5–7.5) preferred.
light
Full sun to partial shade (5–8 hours of sunlight); tolerates shade but produces more flowers in bright conditions.
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Feverfew
- fiber_manual_recordBrown, mushy roots
- fiber_manual_recordWilting despite moist soil
- fiber_manual_recordYellowing leaves
- fiber_manual_recordFoul odour
help
Common causes in Feverfew
Caused by Pythium, Phytophthora, or Fusarium species in waterlogged conditions.
healing
How to treat root rot in Feverfew
Remove plant, trim rotted roots, treat with hydrogen peroxide, repot in fresh well-draining soil.
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Preventing root rot in Feverfew
Never overwater. Ensure drainage. Avoid compacted soil.