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Old 07-31-2009, 07:40 AM   #5 (permalink)
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Default Re: Glosso Deficiency Identification

Hi vim,

It is hard to tell from the picture, but from what I can see it appears that the leaves have a "purple" tinge in the middle before the hole appears which could indicate a phosphorus deficiency.

The necrosis could also be caused by a magnesium deficiency, which I have here in Seattle due to our soft water. I dose with MgSO4 (Epsom Salts) per Rex Griggs' recommendation for my soft water and the plants respond fairly quickly.

Here is a link to a chart I use to diagnose problems (it may take a little time to load). http://www.finostrom.com.gr/images/a...lizers/map.htm
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