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Lovage care requirements
water
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; water deeply once or twice weekly depending on rainfall and temperature.
soil
Well-draining, fertile soil rich in organic matter; tolerates a wide pH range (6.0–7.5).
light
Full sun to partial shade; prefers 6+ hours of direct sunlight daily.
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Lovage
- fiber_manual_recordCircular brown or black spots
- fiber_manual_recordYellow halos around spots
- fiber_manual_recordPremature defoliation
help
Common causes in Lovage
Multiple fungal and bacterial pathogens. Favoured by wet foliage and warm temperatures.
healing
How to treat leaf spot in Lovage
Remove affected leaves. Apply appropriate fungicide or bactericide.
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Preventing leaf spot in Lovage
Water at soil level. Improve air circulation. Practise crop rotation.