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Old 06-16-2009, 03:22 PM   #2 (permalink)
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Default Re: ensete maurelii leaves turning yellow

Welcome to the org oystersandbeer. What a great name!!! First thing I'd do is check for spider mites. You will be able to see what looks to be dust and maybe small webbing on the leaves. If you have them get some insecticidal soap and after hosing down the leaves apply it until they are gone. Are only the lowest leaves turning yellow or all? Misting doesn't do much to help. I added a humidifier to the room I overwintered my plants in. If this isn't an option make a humidity tray by placing a tray or saucer of water iunder your pot with enough gravel or marbels etc. to raise the pot above the water that you will fill it with. This will humidify the area immediately arounfd the plant. It would be best if you could supply as much light as possible as well, maybe a small grow light.Good luck.
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