What Is Causing This To My Bismarkia?

Planted this Bismarkia in the ground last January. Noticed the leaves in the core around the spike are damaged and the spike has brown edges. What do I need to do for it?

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#1 Comment By BushDoctor On 05/03/2021 @ 2:23 pm

These looks like the start of a very common issue- Manganese deficiency.

Lots of times, this is exacerbated by soils that have a high pH. Manganese sulfate will be the cure.

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