Spots on leaves gardenia. We are struggling with the problem correctly

Gardenia would be no exaggeration to call this tropical beauty. It immediately attracted the attention of showy white flowers and bright glossy leaves. Elegant appearance and subtle flavor makes it a favorite of many gardeners, but to care for gardenia enough capricious and requires following certain guidelines for healthy growth.

A common problem when growing gardenias in the home environment is the appearance of spots on the leaves. Spots not only do not look aesthetically pleasing, but they are a signal of deterioration in the health of the plant.

They may vary in appearance depending on their causes.

Usually, they are symptoms of the following disorders:
1. mildew;
2. Alternaria;
3. infection by bacteria;
4. improper care.

powdery mildew

In this disease, the leaves spots appear white bloom of different sizes. If the infection is strong, leafy plate whiten entirely, then turn black and fall off.

The disease can not be started, it can be fatal to the gardenia. Therefore, the appearance of signs of infection need:

• Immediately move the plant to the place where there is enough light and good air circulation. Mildew Fungus formed primarily on plants that are in a wet poorly-ventilated environments.
• Isolate the gardenia from other plants.
• Remove all dead leaves.
• Ensure that when watering the water does not get to the leaves.
• Process gardenia fungicide 2 times at two week intervals, if the disease is not much time to develop.

Alternaria

If on gardenia leaves in large quantities formed small brown spots with yellow edging, this may be a sign of another fungal disease - Alternaria.

Fight it also by means of fungicides, repeating the process two weeks after the first spraying. Infected leaves should be carefully removed.

bacterial infection

The emergence of large brown spots with yellow border can be caused by bacteria breeding on the leaves, which carry pests. To avoid infection should regularly inspect the upper and lower leaf surface for the presence of parasites and deformities.

Upon detection of insects should be treated with insecticide gardenia.

If necessary, the procedure can be repeated up to 3 times, making a week-long break between sprinkles.

proper maintenance

All of the above diseases can be cured with little or no problem, if we take timely action. However, better not to bring the plant to a deplorable state, following recommendations for care.

Gardenia can be spotty, for example, due to sunburn in contact with water droplets on the leaves. Under the rays of the sun, they operate on the principle of the lens, damaging the plant.

Therefore, it is important to water the plant carefully, without affecting the sheet plate.

Excessive watering can also provoke stains. When too much moisture, the roots begin to rot. In this case, transplanting the plant into a new ground, before it got rid of the damaged roots.

Careful care of gardenia plant will long remain healthy and pleasing to the eye with their beauty.