Geranium - picky houseplant with a bright and abundant flowering. But even this unpretentious beauty in the care may suddenly begin to fade.
In this case, it is necessary to diagnose the cause of the disease in time and take the necessary measures to rehabilitate the tropical culture.
In this article we will discuss in detail why this problem may arise. And also we will show you how to correct the situation and avoid the death of a flower.
Growth features
Tropical indoor beauty loves a lot of light, so for active growth and flowering it must be placed in well-lit places. On hot summer days, do not forget to prune the flower from direct rays to avoid sunburn. In winter, use additional lighting.
Important! Comfortable temperature is a must for geranium growth. In the summer - 22-27 degrees, in the winter - 12-16 degrees.
Ventilate the room regularly while avoiding drafts.
Most An important procedure in the care of a tropical crop is regular and abundant watering. Especially often, at the very first signs of dry soil, it is necessary to water the plant during the summer period.
Why does the plant fade?
Let us consider in more detail the reasons for which geranium can start to wilt.
Lack of light
With a lack of lighting, the stem is pulled out, and the lower leaves begin to turn yellow and dry. As a result, room darling blooms little and rarely. In this case, the pot must be moved closer to the light or add additional lighting in the form of lamps. No need to touch the leaves, otherwise there will be only a bare stem.
To geranium began to grow in breadth, you can pinch the top of her head. If the plant could not be rehabilitated on time, then the only option left is cutting of cuttings and rooting.
Sunburn
If you notice that the leaf plates start to turn yellow, and then turn white and dry, then the flower got a sunburn. Geranium loves light very much, but direct sunlight is very dangerous for it.
In the summer hot days be sure to shade a flower curtain or white paper, or remove the pot from the window sill to the adjacent cabinet.
Excess moisture in the flower pot
In case of excess moisture leaves begin to turn yellow on the tops of the shoots, become sluggish and watery. As a result, if you do not take measures, the stem will rot, and the leaves will wither.
Drainage holes should not be blocked. For prevention, you can transplant the plant in another pot. Also tropical culture needs to be watered properly. Before the next watering all the soil should be dry - not just on top. You can check the soil for dryness with a simple wooden stick.
Water scarcity
Geranium likes regular hydration. The main signs that there is not enough water are a dry yellow-brown border and pigmentation on the whole plant.
Water the flower immediately, as the ground in the pot is completely dry.
Low temperature content
When an exotic young lady begins to freeze, a red border appears on her leaves, which then turns yellow and dries.
Observe the temperature conditions. Especially in the winter. Keep the plant away from radiators and drafts. Or, cover the batteries with a thick blanket, a towel, saving your pet from dry air. The shoots and leaves of the flower should not touch the window glass.
Fungal diseases
Yellow spots that grow over the entire surface of the leaves - a sign of a fungal disease. The leaf plates wither over time, and the fungus infects the whole flower. It is necessary to start treatment as soon as possible. Spray with suitable fungicide.
Young geraniums can be completely dipped into the healing solution. Adult plant carefully sprayed.
If the fungus has already hit the stem, the fungicides will not help. Both the plant and the soil must be disposed of, and the pot should be disinfected with a solution of potassium permanganate or boiling water.
Pests
Parasites can damage any part of the tropical culture. On the leaves will appear small yellow dots. On the shoots can be found cobwebs and sticky plaque. Uninvited guests can be detected visually. Pests suck out all the nutrients and vitality from a flower, and often carry bacteria and spores of pathogenic fungi.
- Wash the leaves can be a solution of household or potash soap.
- You can treat the plant with any insecticide of complex action.
For prevention, treatment is recommended after some time to repeat.
Tightness
Important! If the pot has become small for a geranium, its leaves begin to turn yellow evenly from the edges. Then they dry up, leaving only a bare trunk. In this case, flowering can not wait.
Tropical culture is enough to replant every 3-4 years. But if the flower grows quickly, it needs a larger dwelling. In this case, transfer the beautiful room to a slightly larger pot - do not overdo it with the size. Otherwise, you will not see flowering for another couple of years. Instead of foliage and buds will build up the root system.
After transplantation, it is not necessary to feed the geranium for three months.
What to do so that the flower does not fade?
To avoid the withering of a tropical pet is easy - it is enough to follow the basic rules of care. Tropical the flower likes good lighting, fresh air and regular watering.
- In the hot period, avoid direct rays, pritenyaya plant.
- Do not forget about fertilizing and drainage.
- Observe the optimum temperature.
- Periodically inspect the flower for the appearance of various parasites.
Geranium leaves can wither for a variety of reasons. Diagnose the problem on time, take the necessary measures, and then the tropical beauty will long please you with abundant and bright blooms.
