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Root Rot in Poppy Opium
How to identify and treat root rot in Poppy Opium.
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Poppy Opium care requirements
water
Moderate; water when soil surface is dry. Reduce watering in winter. Avoid waterlogging.
soil
Well-draining, sandy or loamy soil. Add compost or grit to improve drainage. pH 6.0–7.5.
light
Full sun (6–8 hours daily)
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Poppy Opium
- fiber_manual_recordBrown, mushy roots
- fiber_manual_recordWilting despite moist soil
- fiber_manual_recordYellowing leaves
- fiber_manual_recordFoul odour
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Common causes in Poppy Opium
Caused by Pythium, Phytophthora, or Fusarium species in waterlogged conditions.
healing
How to treat root rot in Poppy Opium
Remove plant, trim rotted roots, treat with hydrogen peroxide, repot in fresh well-draining soil.
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Preventing root rot in Poppy Opium
Never overwater. Ensure drainage. Avoid compacted soil.