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Asked by
Plant123 on
October 3, 2022
Irvine, CaliforniaQ.I Just Placed My New Plant Under A Grow Light And The Leaves Are Yellowing.
My mom just shipped me this Florida Ghost from Florida to California and it was in dirt and in a shipping box for two nights. I placed the plant in moist dirt and under my glow light. Two days later, the leaves are yellowing and I do not know why. Could it be because of the stress from shipping or is it because of the grow light. Also are the plants too close to the grow lights?
Answered by
GKH_Susan on
October 3, 2022
Certified ExpertA.We didn't get a photo if you sent one. Is it the succulent ghost or the philodendron ghost? If it is the succulent it didn't need moist soil. It likes a lot of light though. There could be some new environment shock going on, too. Here is info for the succulent:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/cacti-succulents/ghost-plant/growing-succulent-ghost-plants.htmIf it is the philodendron, it needs bright, indirect light and moist, but not wet soil. Wait until the top 2 inches of soil is dry before watering to prevent root rot. During winter it needs very little water.
Yellowing leaves usually indicates over or underwatering. Depending on the type of plant you have will determine which it is.
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- Asked by
Kyten on
August 15, 2023
Burney CA 96013 gardening zone 7Q.How To Weed The Grass And Weeds From My Succulent Garden
I planted hens and chicks in an area of my yard. They have been overgrown by weeds and grass. How do I clean it up without destroying my succulents? It is a 10 X 10 area .
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
August 16, 2023
Certified ExpertA.This will likely require a selective herbicide, which will also need the identification of the plants to be removed.
Without photos, this will be difficult for me, unfortunately.
Here are some articles that will help you with herbicide use:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/weeds/using-herbicide-in-gardens.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/herbicide-plant-damage.htm
This article will go into detail about hand pulling:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/weeds/controlling-rampant-plants-in-the-garden.htm
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GKH_Susan on
September 19, 2023
Certified ExpertA.If you are moving houseplants outside for the summer, you can start in the shade and gradually move them to full sun. Newly purchased succulents that are used to full sun can go directly into a full sun area. Here is more:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/cacti-succulents/scgen/cold-hardy-succulents-outdoors.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/cacti-succulents/scgen/succulent-guide-for-beginners.htmWas this answer useful?00 - Asked by
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November 30, 2023Q.What Type Of Fertilizers Are Suggested For Succulents?
And...how often is fertilizing suggested for succulents?
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
December 2, 2023
Certified ExpertA.These articles should help:
https://extension.wvu.edu/lawn-gardening-pests/indoor-plants/succulents-101
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