Indoor plants problem solver chart

Indoor plant problem solver chart

SYMPTOMS

Sudden leaf drop

Leaf drop, yellowing, leggy growth

Wilting during the day but recovering at night

Leaf drop, wilting, leaf margin damage, rot in succulents

Plant gradually loses vigour, older leaves start to yellow, stunted growth

Brown spots and leaf margin burn, white residue on surface of potting mix, wilting, soft new growth SOLUTION

This is particularly evident in plants such as Ficus (figs) and can be caused by a move to a new location. A change in light levels, temperature (air conditioning is a common cause) or even localised air movement can trigger this response. Solution – Don’t move your plants too often!

Is a fair dinkum indication that light levels are too low. Gradually move your plants to a better-lit area or select plants that can tolerate the dingy corners of your home or office!

A sure sign that moisture levels are getting low. You’re probably not watering often enough, maybe too little water per application, or your potting mix is too open to hold enough water for the plants’ needs. Use a moisture probe to indicate when things are drying out (your index finger is well-calibrated for this!) and think about using Searles Penetraide Re-Wetting Granules or a change to Indoor Potting Mix!

Usually indicates that the potting mix is too wet! Can occur in shallow pots, old and decomposing potting mix, or by simply watering too often! Make sure that if using pot saucers, they aren’t always full of water. Re-pot and research your plant’s water needs.

Nutrition levels are falling. For instant topping-up of nutrients use Searles Flourish Soluble Plant Food. If the potting mix is still in good condition, sprinkle Searles Recharge around the tops of pots.

Can be a sign of over-fertilising. Use clean water to flush fertiliser from the mix, then take it easy on the plant food! Follow the application directions for indoor plants on the product label.

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