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- Check if the top inch of soil is completely dry.
- Verify your watering schedule is consistent.
- Look for signs of heat stress from direct sun exposure.
Likely causes
Inconsistent watering
Most likelyHow to tell: The tips of the leaves turn dry, crispy, and brown while the rest of the leaf looks dull. This happens when the plant goes too long between waterings.
What to do: Stick to a schedule of watering every 3 to 7 days. Ensure the soil stays consistently moist but never let it sit in standing water.
Low humidity
PossibleHow to tell: The leaf tips brown slowly over time even when the soil is moist. This is more common if the plant is kept in a very hot or dry spot.
What to do: Move the plant to a location with better humidity or group it with other plants. Avoid placing it directly in the path of a heater or air conditioner vent.
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When to worry
Worry if the browning is moving inward toward the center of the leaf. It is normal for the very oldest bottom leaves to brown as the plant grows.
Stopping it coming back
Keep the soil evenly moist and avoid letting the plant wilt between waterings.
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Questions people ask
- Should I trim the brown tips off?
- You can trim them for aesthetic reasons, but be careful not to cut into the healthy green tissue.
- Does my plant need more water?
- If the soil feels dry to the touch, it likely needs more frequent watering to stay happy.
More problems with Hedge mustard
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- Why is my hedge mustard growing so tall and thin?
- Why is my hedge mustard drooping?
- Why is my hedge mustard dropping leaves?
- Why is my hedge mustard suffering from root rot?
- Why are my hedge mustard leaves curling?
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