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Vinca care requirements
water
Low to moderate; water regularly until established, then only during extended drought
soil
Tolerates poor, well-draining soil; prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH
light
Part shade to full shade; tolerates deep shade but flowers more profusely in brighter conditions
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Vinca
- fiber_manual_recordCircular brown or black spots
- fiber_manual_recordYellow halos around spots
- fiber_manual_recordPremature defoliation
help
Common causes in Vinca
Multiple fungal and bacterial pathogens. Favoured by wet foliage and warm temperatures.
healing
How to treat leaf spot in Vinca
Remove affected leaves. Apply appropriate fungicide or bactericide.
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Preventing leaf spot in Vinca
Water at soil level. Improve air circulation. Practise crop rotation.