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Hosta care requirements
water
Regularly — keep moist. Will wilt in drought.
soil
Moist, fertile, humus-rich soil.
light
Partial to full shade. Some tolerate sun if kept moist.
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Hosta
- fiber_manual_recordRotting at soil level
- fiber_manual_recordCollapse of plant base
- fiber_manual_recordBrown, soft crown tissue
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Common causes in Hosta
Caused by Sclerotinia, Phytophthora, or Rhizoctonia. Thrives in waterlogged soils.
healing
How to treat crown rot in Hosta
Remove plant. Trim affected tissue. Treat with fungicide. Repot.
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Preventing crown rot in Hosta
Excellent drainage. Avoid mulch touching stems. Don't overwater.