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Q.Miniature Basil Plant Appears To Be Dying.

Zone 08035 | Daniel Bildstein added on July 26, 2021 | Answered

My Basil plant appears to be dying. The whole plant is changing its color from normal green to a lighter yellowish green.

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BushDoctor
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Answered on July 26, 2021

Likely, the soil remains too wet for too long. This will suffocate the roots. Let the soil dry, thoroughly, down to about 3 or 4 inches before watering again. You may want to treat with a fungicide as well.

These articles will help:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/basil/basil-watering-tips.htm

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

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