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question about boston ferns

13 years ago

This might be a dumb question but......

My SIL gave me two boston ferns that were on her deck all summer. I noticed that the water that comes out of the bottom is brown. Is this because of the high acidity of the plant or should I be concerened about bugs.

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lycopus
13 years ago
It probably wasn't watered thoroughly on a regular basis. Nothing to be concerned about but I usually take it as a sign that salts could be building up in the soil. Give it a good soak until the water drains clear and follow that with a light dose of fertilizer.
cynandjon
Original Author
13 years ago
thanks lycopus,Thats what I will do then. sorry it took me so long to get back here.
cyn

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