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Old 05-17-2008, 10:45 AM
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Unhappy Yellowing of Phal Leaves

What happened to my Phal?Why its bottom leaf is yellow?
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Old 05-17-2008, 11:16 AM
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The key to your question is "bottom".
The NORMAL growth pattern for phals is to loose 1-2 bottom leaves per year, which are replaced by 2-3 new leaves growing at the top. So, if everything else is at it seems - should be no problem.
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And by the way I put my Phal in a place with not much light.
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"Not much light" is a relative term. The important thing is to give your phal enough light. Bright, indirect light is best. An east window is good or beside a south window, out of the direct sun.
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Ummmm.......How many times must I water my Phal as it is potted in spargum moss?
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I have trouble judging how much water sphagnum moss holds, but there are people here who do grow their phals that way. I'm sure you'll get answer soon...Keep watching for someone to reply
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