Soil Mineral salt crust
White crust on the surface
A whitish crust forms on the surface of the compost and around the pot rim.
Also called: white crustsaltstoo much fertilisersurface deposit
Severity
Keep an eye on it
Deal with it this week, before it spreads.
Parts affected
- Leaves
- Stems
- Flowers
- Fruit
- Roots
- Soil
Family
Soil
Tired, compacted or cramped soil holds the whole plant back.
Understand
What is happening inside the plant
Fertiliser and tap water bring in salts the plant does not fully absorb.
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Even yellowing of the oldest leaves first.
Causes and fixes
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Yellowing of the young leaves, with veins that stay green.
Causes and fixes
Minor Old soil, listless plant
The plant stalls in old, grey compost with no structure left.
Causes and fixes