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- Check the humidity level in your room.
- Look for white mineral deposits on the soil surface.
- Feel the brown tips to see if they are dry or soft.
Likely causes
Low Humidity
Most likelyHow to tell: The tips of the leaves turn brown and crispy while the rest of the leaf remains green. This is common in dry indoor environments.
What to do: Mist the leaves daily or place the plant on a tray filled with pebbles and water. This increases the moisture in the air around the foliage.
Salt Buildup
PossibleHow to tell: Brown tips appear despite the soil being moist. You might see a white crust on the surface of the soil.
What to do: Flush the soil by running clear water through the pot for several minutes. Use filtered or distilled water to avoid mineral accumulation in the future.
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When to worry
Minor browning on the very tips is often just a reaction to dry indoor air. Worry if the brown patches start spreading toward the center of the leaf.
Stopping it coming back
Keep the plant away from heating vents and use filtered water if your tap water is hard.
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Questions people ask
- Will the brown tips turn green again?
- No, the brown parts are dead tissue and will not recover. You can trim the brown edges off with scissors to improve the appearance.
- Does Blue Mistflower flower?
- Yes, it produces beautiful fuzzy blue flowers in late summer and fall. To help it bloom, ensure it gets plenty of bright light and consistent moisture throughout the summer.
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