Nasturtiums going yellow :(

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  1. swmitra

    swmitra New Seed

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    Hi there, I had planted and germinated some nasturtium seeds. Upon transplanting, they had started some fairly vigorous growth, but then they've suddenly developed these yellow leaves and seem to be sinking fast :(

    please let me know what went wrong?!

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  3. Philip Nulty

    Philip Nulty Strong Ash

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    Hi Swmitra,
    Nasturtiums are very fond of water!,..and looking at your soil it appears quite dry,..they also like air circulation,..and not happy about fertilizer,..i would suggest planting them in bigger pots and give lots more water,..but not overdoing it.
     
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    swmitra New Seed

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    Oh, and I was under the impression they prefer having less water!

    Thanks, will try watering for sure... how big a pot is recommended usually?
     
  5. stratsmom

    stratsmom Flower Fanatic

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    I have learned that they really hate potting soil :-D

    This year I threw the seeds in the corner. I said "If you make it, you make it" :rolleyes: They thrive on neglect!


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  6. Bernieh

    Bernieh In Flower

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    As they grow, they do lose their bottom leaves. Mine turn yellow all the time and I just pick them off.
     
  7. miles.o

    miles.o New Seed

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    The nasturtium is quite pretty!
     

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