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Post by Dennis A(cook1973) on Jul 25, 2014 12:05:40 GMT -5
read all pages since my Ceph looks like it is dying and I got nothing to lose Later I plan to uproot it and do some root cuttings
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Post by ng on Jul 25, 2014 12:14:39 GMT -5
From what i'v read they have what's called 'sudden cephalotus death syndrome.' It's usually induced by water sitting in the crowns of the plant for extended periods of time. I would suggest the bottom water tray method next time/if that one comes back. Let it dry out for a day in between filling the tray back up to few mm's of water for the plant to suck up. The only things you have mentioned that would kill a ceph imo is effing with it too much and top watering. Also the time of day you would water makes a difference too. If you water right before the lights go off the water sits and won't have a chance to evaporate causing rot. There how about that.
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Post by Dennis A(cook1973) on Jul 25, 2014 12:26:19 GMT -5
Gonna try those methods I think I see why mine died or is dying besides top watering I switched to a tray and watered just before I turned off the lights quick question I was told about letting the tray dry for a day or so b4 watering but no one ever told me why and what does it do?
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Post by ng on Jul 25, 2014 12:27:32 GMT -5
It ensures that you are not over watering the plant mang.
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Post by lloyd on Jul 25, 2014 16:26:27 GMT -5
I find a taller pot helps with ceph's-maybe keeps the roots more aerated.
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Post by amanitovirosa on Jul 26, 2014 21:17:28 GMT -5
...yes, I agree. Tall pots are the way to go. I have my Ceph's in 10" tall pots (reused black/red/white currant and strawberry pots). They seem to be doing quite well after division. Happy Growing!
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Post by ng on Jul 26, 2014 21:20:32 GMT -5
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