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Root Rot 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 root rot 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
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Lamium
- fiber_manual_recordBrown, mushy roots
- fiber_manual_recordYellowing leaves
- fiber_manual_recordWilting despite moist soil
- fiber_manual_recordFoul smell from soil
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Common causes in Lamium
- fiber_manual_recordOverwatering
- fiber_manual_recordPoor drainage
- fiber_manual_recordFungal pathogens
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How to diagnose root rot in Lamium
Remove plant from pot. Healthy roots are white/tan and firm. Rotted roots are brown/black and mushy.
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How to treat root rot in Lamium
Trim all rotted roots with sterile scissors. Treat with hydrogen peroxide solution. Repot in fresh, well-draining soil.
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Preventing root rot in Lamium
Always use pots with drainage holes. Allow soil to partially dry between waterings. Use well-draining compost.