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Check these first
- Feel the soil to check for dryness.
- Move the plant to a cooler spot temporarily.
- Check if the pot is root bound.
Likely causes
Underwatering
Most likelyHow to tell: The soil feels dry and crumbly, and the grass blades look limp or folded.
What to do: Water the plant thoroughly until water runs out of the drainage holes. Keep the soil evenly moist by checking it every 3 to 7 days.
Heat Stress
PossibleHow to tell: The plant wilts during the hottest part of the day even if the soil is moist.
What to do: Move the plant to a location with partial shade during the afternoon. Mist the foliage lightly to help the plant cool down.
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The list above covers the usual causes. Pocket Botanist looks at a photo of your actual plant and tells you the likely cause, how serious it is, and what to try first. Identification and a health check are free.
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When to worry
Worry if the plant does not perk up after a thorough watering. It is normal for the plant to look slightly tired during extreme summer heat waves.
Stopping it coming back
Keep the plant out of direct, scorching afternoon sun and maintain consistent soil moisture.
Creeping soft grass: drooping? Check yours with a photo
Every plant is a little different. Take a photo of your creeping soft grass and Pocket Botanist tells you which cause is most likely, how serious it is, and what to try first. A few checks a day are free. Save the plant and you get care reminders timed for it.
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Questions people ask
- Will my grass recover after drooping?
- Most of the time, yes. Once you provide water or shade, the blades should stand back up within a few hours.
- Does this plant need a lot of water?
- It prefers to be kept evenly moist. It does not like to dry out completely between waterings.
Guides to these causes
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