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Turmeric care requirements
water
Keep soil consistently moist during growing season; reduce water in dormancy
soil
Well-draining, fertile soil rich in organic matter; pH 5.5–7.5
light
Partial shade; prefers 3–4 hours of indirect sunlight daily
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Turmeric
- fiber_manual_recordBrown, mushy roots
- fiber_manual_recordWilting despite moist soil
- fiber_manual_recordYellowing leaves
- fiber_manual_recordFoul odour
help
Common causes in Turmeric
Caused by Pythium, Phytophthora, or Fusarium species in waterlogged conditions.
healing
How to treat root rot in Turmeric
Remove plant, trim rotted roots, treat with hydrogen peroxide, repot in fresh well-draining soil.
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Preventing root rot in Turmeric
Never overwater. Ensure drainage. Avoid compacted soil.