Prevent and treat diseases

Illnesses are caused by poor care

Root rot and shoot rot are the most common diseases in mimosa. They are always triggered by too much moisture.

At the latest when the Leaves yellow you should be vigilant and see if the root ball is too damp. In this case, repot the plant in drier substrate and keep the mimosa drier for some time. Sometimes the plant can still be saved.

Caring for mimosa properly

To prevent a disease like root rot, pour the mimosa correct. Never let the root ball dry out completely, but make sure to prevent it from becoming too damp.

Do not water until the surface of the earth has dried out several centimeters. To be on the safe side, do the finger test. Do not leave water in the saucer or planter, but pour it off immediately.

At the Repot create a drainage layer of sand or gravel at the bottom of the pot so that the roots of the mimosa do not stand directly in the water.

What to do in the event of a pest infestation?

Red Spider mites are a real problem with mimosas. They can be recognized by the small webs that appear on the leaf axils. The pests suck up the leaves so that they turn yellow or fall off.

The infestation is caused by room air that is too dry. You can prevent this by providing more humidity by placing open water bowls.

In the event of an infestation, you can try to wash off the spider mites with a spray jet. However, you will not catch all of the pests in the process. There are commercially available means of control that are stuck into the ground and removed via the leaves.