Controlling root rot in plants

Main cause for root rot is over-watering of the plant. Either the water is not draining properly or the pot plant is sitting in a pool water at the bottom of the cover pot.

Once root rot is present it is hard for the plant to recover. Your best chance for recovery is to remove affected areas and re-pot remaining plant into fresh potting mix with proper drainage.  Water plant when the soil is dry. Outbreaks can also be controlled by repeat applications of Searles Root Rot Systemic Fungicide.

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Watering varies greatly from plant to plant. Some love to be watered every second or third day, some like their soil to dry out between watering. Check the plant label for watering directions. It is important to get the balance right. Too much water and the soil will be waterlogged and lead to root rot. Not enough watering and the leaves tips will start to brown and growth will be poor. Always tip out excess water from cover pots and saucers to avoid waterlogging.

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Be mindful to adjust your watering regime throughout the different seasons. Increase watering during hot summer days and reduce during the winter months.