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Overwatering in Lamium
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A semi-evergreen groundcover with attractive variegated or silvered foliage and dainty pink, purple, or white tubular flowers blooming in spring and early summer
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Lamium care requirements
These care conditions are most relevant to overwatering in Lamium. Check each one as a potential cause.
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Water
Moderate; keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water regularly during establishment and summer drought; reduce in winter when dormant
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Soil
Humus-rich, well-draining soil with organic matter incorporated. Tolerates poor soil but performs best with moderate fertility
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Humidity
Moderate to high humidity tolerated in shade; improve air circulation to reduce fungal issues
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Symptoms to look for in Lamium
- fiber_manual_recordYellowing lower leaves
- fiber_manual_recordSoggy soil
- fiber_manual_recordAlgae or moss on soil surface
- fiber_manual_recordRoot rot
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Common causes in Lamium
- fiber_manual_recordToo frequent watering
- fiber_manual_recordPoor drainage
- fiber_manual_recordWrong pot size
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How to diagnose overwatering in Lamium
Push finger 2 inches into soil. If wet, overwatering is occurring.
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How to treat overwatering in Lamium
Allow to dry out completely. Check drainage holes. Remove rotted roots and repot.
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Preventing overwatering in Lamium
Always check soil before watering. Use pots with drainage holes. Choose well-draining compost.