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No Germination> Powdery Mildew> - COLLAR ROT - Moss> Ants> Slugs and Snails> Caterpillars or Grubs> Cutworms> Grasshoppers> Aphids> Birds> Possums> Cats> Uneven Growth> Weeds> I am not sure but things do not look right>
Collar rot is when the stems rot at the point of contact with the potting mix. This occurs when your tubes remain wet on the surface overnight. To avoid this you must water early in the day so the surface mix has a chance to dry out and the seedling stems remain dry. Collar rot will most likely affect most or all of your seedlings. If seedlings are affected, separate them from healthy plants and destroy them – they will not survive. Ensure healthy seedlings are in a sunny and well ventilated area.
If you have any other problems, or have any questions about propagating you seedlings, please contact your area coordinator. Remember – be vigilant!
No Germination> Powdery Mildew> - COLLAR ROT - Moss> Ants> Slugs and Snails> Caterpillars or Grubs> Cutworms> Grasshoppers> Aphids> Birds> Possums> Cats> Uneven Growth> Weeds> I am not sure but things do not look right>
Collar rot is when the stems rot at the point of contact with the potting mix. This occurs when your tubes remain wet on the surface overnight. To avoid this you must water early in the day so the surface mix has a chance to dry out and the seedling stems remain dry. Collar rot will most likely affect most or all of your seedlings. If seedlings are affected, separate them from healthy plants and destroy them – they will not survive. Ensure healthy seedlings are in a sunny and well ventilated area.
If you have any other problems, or have any questions about propagating you seedlings, please contact your area coordinator. Remember – be vigilant!
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