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What to do about root rot in the poison bulb (Crinum lily)? Here's how to treat it correctly

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If the roots of the poison bulb (Crinum lily) have already rotted, it is difficult to cure, and it is mostly caused by watering too frequently or fertilizing too much. If only a small amount has rotted, you can tip it out, shake the soil loose, cut away the rotted parts and some of the leaves, then dry it in a dry, ventilated place, protecting it from rain and damp. After about 3 days, replant it in previously sterilized loam or sandy soil and it can be cared for normally. If conditions allow, you can sprinkle some fresh plant ash on the wounds to disinfect them. Although the poison bulb (Crinum lily) has a strong root system and the plant grows quickly, and during the growing season it needs plenty of water and fertilizer, remember never to water too frequently or fertilize too much, otherwise root rot is easily caused. I hope gardening friends will prevent overwatering...

      If the roots of the poison bulb (Crinum lily) have already rotted, it is difficult to cure, and it is mostly caused by watering too frequently or fertilizing too much.

       If only a small amount has rotted, you can tip it out, shake the soil loose, cut away the rotted parts and some of the leaves, then dry it in a dry, ventilated place, protecting it from rain and damp. After about 3 days, replant it in previously sterilized loam or sandy soil and it can be cared for normally. If conditions allow, you can sprinkle some fresh plant ash on the wounds to disinfect them.

     Although the poison bulb (Crinum lily) has a strong root system and the plant grows quickly, and during the growing season it needs plenty of water and fertilizer, remember never to water too frequently or fertilize too much, otherwise root rot is easily caused. I hope gardening friends will prevent overwatering or overfertilizing!

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