Bee Balm plant is black and dying, other plants near by are thriving










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Naomie Moore aka baileyanddaisey, Castaic CA on Aug 20, 2017
Sounds like over watering and lack of sun to me. Dig it up and move it to a better location.Helpful Reply -
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Des6698269 on Aug 20, 2017
Lack of vitamin? Try sprinkling a teaspoon of Epsom salt on the base of the plant and then water.Helpful Reply -
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Elaine on Aug 20, 2017
Yes, I agree with Naomie. It sounds as if it has a mildew or (perhaps) fungal problem and probably needs better air circulation.Helpful Reply -
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Pat3971193 on Aug 20, 2017
2 teaspoons of baking soda & 1 qt. of water. Put in spray bottle, shake it & spray flowers. Don't overspray...this is called powdery mill dew. It works. I was having problems with mine & I ask the man that I buy my flowers from & this is what he told me. I have even done it to some of my marigolds. My bee balm doesn't even look like it ever had the mildew. GOOD LUCK!!!!Helpful Reply -
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Cindy on Aug 20, 2017
I would dissolve a tablespoon of Epson Salt in a gallon of water. Sprinkle it on the soil where the plant meets the soil. This will put enzymes into the soil. Then water real good. The extra water will help the roots receive the salt. I hope this helps you.Helpful Reply -
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