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Larkspur care requirements
water
Keep soil evenly moist during growing season; reduce water once established
soil
Well-draining, moderately fertile soil with pH 6.0–7.0
light
Full sun to light shade; prefers 6+ hours of sunlight daily
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Larkspur
- fiber_manual_recordCircular brown or black spots
- fiber_manual_recordYellow halos around spots
- fiber_manual_recordPremature defoliation
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Common causes in Larkspur
Multiple fungal and bacterial pathogens. Favoured by wet foliage and warm temperatures.
healing
How to treat leaf spot in Larkspur
Remove affected leaves. Apply appropriate fungicide or bactericide.
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Preventing leaf spot in Larkspur
Water at soil level. Improve air circulation. Practise crop rotation.