New Sedlings With Pale And Weak Steams - Knowledgebase Question

Nycity, NY
Avatar for apros18726
Question by apros18726
April 4, 2000
MY COSMOS SEDLINGS STARTED TO FALL OFF ,I PUT SUPPORT TO HELP THE PLANTS STAY UP. IS THAT NORMAL? THE LEAVES OF THE PLANTS LOOK HEALTY BUT THE STEAMS LOOK WEAK AND PALE.ANY SUGGESTIONS?


Image
Answer from NGA
April 4, 2000
Cosmos seedlings tend to be tall and lanky but they should not be falling over. These plants need the brightest light possible because they grow best outside in hot sunny weather. You might check that you are not overwatering them (they should be barely moist, not soaking wet) and that they are not crowded because they should have good air circulation, too. Finally, be careful not to overfertilize these plants -- as a rule they grow better in lean soil.

You must be signed in before you can post questions or answers. Click here to join!

« Return to the Garden Knowledgebase Homepage

Member Login:

( No account? Join now! )

Today's site banner is by mcash70 and is called "Queen Ann's Lace"

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.