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Hollyhock care requirements
water
Water regularly; maintain evenly moist soil during growing season and reduce in dormancy
soil
Well-draining soil; tolerates poor to moderately fertile soil; pH 6.0–8.0
light
Full sun; requires 6+ hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth and flowering
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Hollyhock
- 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 Hollyhock
Caused by various Puccinia and Phragmidium species. Spreads via windborne spores in moist conditions.
healing
How to treat rust in Hollyhock
Remove and destroy infected leaves. Apply copper or sulphur fungicide.
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Preventing rust in Hollyhock
Avoid overhead watering. Space plants adequately. Clear debris.