Cutting fan leaves
iMpulsive_Growstarted grow question 6y ago
Just cut my fan leaves 😳 the stems we’re turning people, if I’m not mistaken it’s an early sign of an old leave that’s not as efficient in the photosynthesis? and it was covering the new growth, Or should I have waited?
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NobodysBudsanswered grow question 6y ago
purple petioles (leaf stems, not major plant stems/limbs) turn purple due to P-deficiency among other things.
Some plants simply have purple petioles.
If it is healthy otherwise, i'd levve things alone. Consider your recent behaviour and info not present here before taking any suggestions, of course.
Exposure of the stems to stong light can cause some color to come out, maybe the petioles too? have to google that one. but if only the top ones, becomes more of a plausible idea too.
Bloombusteranswered grow question 6y ago
Hey there, bro! 👋 Since you've trimmed them, make sure to compensate with nutrients in your watering! 👌 Defoliation isn't always effective, especially with a plant that might have nutrient issues. Big leaves act as storage for essential nutrients, and when there are problems absorbing new elements, the plant can transport what it needs from the big leaves to new growth points and buds! Don't overdo it with the defoliation! 👌😇👍 Good luck, bro!
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iMpulsive_Growanswered grow question 6y ago
The other three are from another just from the bottom. But the big ones if you zoom in you can see the stem turning purple. Or did I do this to early? Thanks 🙏🏼
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