Yellowing, browning leaves on mint

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  1. shizam

    shizam New Seed

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    I'm growing several types of mint indoors and am getting yellowing/browning leaves (which tend to fall off) on several of my plants, somebody suggested it may be a calcium or iron deficiency. Before I pour in Fe/Ca I thought I'd get some more opinions, also what is the best (organic) way to get Fe/Ca in?

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    Thanks,
    Sam
     
  2. gardenmama

    gardenmama In Flower

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    Could be poor drainage in the planters and the roots are getting too soggy.
     
  3. Megan

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    Oh dear...
    I also think it is likely a drainage issue because I had exactly the same problem once, and the plant re-thrived after I cut almost all the yellow leaves / weak stems, replant it in a porous container, and water it less frequently.

    Hope it helps. Megan
     
  4. herbgarden

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    Try to check your soil. Mint is a pretty flowering edible herb which grows well in most soils as long as it stays moist, not wet or soaking. It can stand partial shade or full sunlight.
     
  5. chattemao

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    less water more sunshine
     

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