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How to prevent yellowing leaves and root rot in clivia? These few small points you should know

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How do you prevent clivia leaves from turning yellow?

To help a clivia with yellowed leaves return to normal growth, you need to identify the cause and then take appropriate measures. The method is: dig out the entire clivia plant and inspect the roots. If there is root rot, remove the rotted parts, replace with fresh soil and replant, placing a layer of fine sand under the roots. The potting soil should be loose leaf mold, with a pH that is preferably neutral. Keep the soil neither dry nor wet, with good aeration. Clivia likes weak light; except in winter, place it in a spot with partial shade and partial sun in summer, avoiding direct sunlight. If "chlorosis" occurs, apply additional liquid fertilizer (such as black alum fertilizer water). The key point is to use small amounts but apply frequently, and be careful not to splash fertilizer liquid or mud onto the leaves or stems. If it splashes on the leaves, rinse it off promptly with clean water. When applying solid fertilizer, it is also best to avoid direct contact with the fleshy roots.

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