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Nemophila care requirements
water
Keep soil evenly moist but well-draining; water regularly, especially during dry spells; avoid waterlogging
soil
Well-draining, fertile soil; pH 6.0–7.5; tolerates poor soil but prefers soil amended with compost
light
Full sun to part shade; prefers 4–6 hours of sunlight; tolerates dappled shade in hot climates
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Nemophila
- fiber_manual_recordCircular brown or black spots
- fiber_manual_recordYellow halos around spots
- fiber_manual_recordPremature defoliation
help
Common causes in Nemophila
Multiple fungal and bacterial pathogens. Favoured by wet foliage and warm temperatures.
healing
How to treat leaf spot in Nemophila
Remove affected leaves. Apply appropriate fungicide or bactericide.
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Preventing leaf spot in Nemophila
Water at soil level. Improve air circulation. Practise crop rotation.