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Leaf Spot in Pickerel Weed
How to identify and treat leaf spot in Pickerel Weed.
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Pickerel Weed care requirements
water
Plant in shallow water 0–12 inches deep; keep soil perpetually wet or submerged
soil
Heavy loam or clay-based aquatic soil enriched with organic matter; poorly draining garden soil acceptable
light
Full sun preferred (6–8 hours daily) for best flowering; tolerates partial shade
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Pickerel Weed
- fiber_manual_recordCircular brown or black spots
- fiber_manual_recordYellow halos around spots
- fiber_manual_recordPremature defoliation
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Common causes in Pickerel Weed
Multiple fungal and bacterial pathogens. Favoured by wet foliage and warm temperatures.
healing
How to treat leaf spot in Pickerel Weed
Remove affected leaves. Apply appropriate fungicide or bactericide.
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Preventing leaf spot in Pickerel Weed
Water at soil level. Improve air circulation. Practise crop rotation.