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Rust in Water Iris
How to identify and treat rust in Water Iris.
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Water Iris care requirements
water
Submerge roots in 0–6 inches of water; keep soil consistently moist to wet
soil
Rich, heavy clay or loamy soil with high organic matter; aquatic planting soil works well
light
Full sun to partial shade (6+ hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering)
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Water Iris
- fiber_manual_recordOrange or brown pustules on leaf undersides
- fiber_manual_recordYellow spots on leaf tops
- fiber_manual_recordPremature leaf drop
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Common causes in Water Iris
Caused by various Puccinia and Phragmidium species. Spreads via windborne spores in moist conditions.
healing
How to treat rust in Water Iris
Remove and destroy infected leaves. Apply copper or sulphur fungicide.
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Preventing rust in Water Iris
Avoid overhead watering. Space plants adequately. Clear debris.