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Q.Boston Fern Roots Black In Color

Zone 462023 | shailaskumar8 added on September 16, 2021 | Answered

Potong soil for fern and the leaves brown ing and falling off

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BushDoctor
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Answered on September 17, 2021

It sounds like an infection in the soil. Make sure that the soil remains moist, but never wet or dry. It should fluctuate, slightly.

From here, you will need a fungicide, and to keep a close eye on overwatering, or saturated soils. This can suffocate plant roots, leaving them open to infection.

These articles will help:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/using-fungicides-in-garden.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/boston-fern/boston-fern-care.htm

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