This is how you react correctly

Reliably detect root rot

Recognize rotting root, is not easy, because they are not visible to us surrounded by the earth. But at some point this disease cannot be overlooked in the rest of the plant. The typical picture shows a wilting plant. The plant needs water, thinks the owner, and pours heavily. The rot remains undetected and is even driven forward with more moisture.

With wilting parts of the plant or changes to the leaves, root rot should always be taken into account:

• Dig up and inspect roots in a targeted manner
• look for gray, brown or black discolouration
• rotten roots are often mushy
• they give off a musty smell

Immediate action

Root rot often means the end of the plant, but sometimes it can be saved. An effective preparation is not available on the market, especially since a wide variety of pathogens are at work. Since wet soil is critical to the onset and progression of the disease, this is where the key lies.

• Cut off rotten roots completely
• Rinse the root ball under running water
• Plant the plant in fresh soil
• use a new pot

Root rot in the garden bed

If entire vegetable patches or certain outdoor plants are affected by root rot, rescue is more difficult. The first thing to be examined is the casting behavior. Depending on the root disease, however, it may also be necessary to dispose of the affected plants immediately and completely. Nevertheless, some pathogens survive in the soil and often attack the same plant types. Therefore, pay attention to the in the following years Crop rotation.

Prevent root rot

Even if the infected plant dies of root rot, it is high time for preventive measures. Other plants and new acquisitions are also at risk of developing root rot in the course of their lives. Care errors should at least be minimized as risk factors.

• Avoid waterlogging / empty coasters
• use loose, well-drained substrate
• Use plant strengtheners
• Always observe crop rotation in the bed