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Leggy Growth in Speedwell
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An upright perennial producing tall spires of small, densely packed flowers in blue, purple, pink, or white from mid-summer to fall
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Speedwell care requirements
These care conditions are most relevant to leggy growth in Speedwell. Check each one as a potential cause.
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Light
Full sun; requires minimum 6 hours of direct sunlight for optimal flowering and compact growth
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Fertiliser
Light feeding in spring with balanced fertilizer; avoid excessive nitrogen which causes leggy growth and reduces flowering
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Symptoms to look for in Speedwell
- fiber_manual_recordLong, weak, stretched stems
- fiber_manual_recordLarge gaps between leaves
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Common causes in Speedwell
- fiber_manual_recordInsufficient light
- fiber_manual_recordLack of pruning
- fiber_manual_recordSeasonal low light
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How to diagnose leggy growth in Speedwell
Plants lean towards light source or grow tall and thin in low light conditions.
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How to treat leggy growth in Speedwell
Move to brighter location. Prune to encourage bushy growth. Supplement with grow light.
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Preventing leggy growth in Speedwell
Provide adequate light. Regular pinching back of growing tips.