The reason why the bottom of the hanging basket leaves is blackened. The hanging basket, as a common indoor leaf-viewing plant, is deeply loved by most flower lovers for its elegant shape and unique air purification function. During the maintenance process, many flower lovers will encounter a problem-the bottom of the hanging basket leaves is blackened, which not only affects the appearance of the hanging basket, but may also pose a threat to the growth of plants. This article will reveal the reasons for the blackening of the bottom of the hanging basket leaves. and provide effective solutions. Reasons for blackening at the bottom of the hanging basket leaves 1. Improper water management The hanging basket has a high demand for water, but too much watering will lead to hypoxia in the roots, which in turn causes root rot, resulting in blackening at the bottom of the leaves. Uneven watering will also cause some leaves to lack water, which in turn causes the leaves to blacken.
2. Insufficient light The hanging basket requires sufficient scattered light or indirect light. If it is placed in a dark environment for a long time, the bottom of the leaves will be blackened due to lack of light.
3. Pests invade the hanging basket and are vulnerable to pests such as aphids and red spiders. These pests will absorb nutrients from the leaves, causing the leaves to turn black.
4. Air pollution hanging baskets have high requirements on air quality. If they are exposed to a severely polluted environment for a long time, the bottom of the blades will turn black due to absorption of harmful substances. Methods to solve the problem of blackening at the bottom of the hanging basket leaves 1. Optimize water management and water reasonably to keep the soil moist but not wet. When watering, avoid directly pouring on the leaves to avoid causing leaf rot. If the roots are found to be rotten, prune the diseased roots in time and treat them with a fungicide.
2. Provide sufficient light and place the hanging basket in a place with sufficient light, such as a balcony, window sill, etc. If the light is insufficient, use plant growth lights to supplement it.
3. Regularly check the hanging basket to prevent and control pests. If pests are found to be cleared in time, pesticides can be used for control, but care should be taken not to overuse it to avoid causing harm to plants.
4. Improve air quality Place the hanging basket in a well-ventilated environment to avoid being in a severely polluted environment for a long time. If conditions permit, use an air purifier to improve indoor air quality.
There are many reasons why the bottom of the hanging basket leaves is blackened, but as long as correct maintenance is carried out based on the reasons, the hanging basket can be restored to vitality. I hope this article can be helpful to the majority of flower lovers.
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