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Sparaxis care requirements
water
Moderate; water during active growth and blooming; allow to dry slightly between waterings; reduce after flowering
soil
Well-draining sandy loam; light, gritty soil essential; add coarse sand or perlite to clay soils to prevent waterlogging
light
Full sun (6+ hours daily); bright light ensures prolific flowering and vivid colors
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Sparaxis
- fiber_manual_recordCircular brown or black spots
- fiber_manual_recordYellow halos around spots
- fiber_manual_recordPremature defoliation
help
Common causes in Sparaxis
Multiple fungal and bacterial pathogens. Favoured by wet foliage and warm temperatures.
healing
How to treat leaf spot in Sparaxis
Remove affected leaves. Apply appropriate fungicide or bactericide.
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Preventing leaf spot in Sparaxis
Water at soil level. Improve air circulation. Practise crop rotation.