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Plant dying after picking

Plant disease guide · TerraceFarming

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What causes Plant dying after picking?

Harvesting by cutting the inner, central stems destroys the new growth point, stunting or killing the plant.

How to treat Plant dying after picking

Allow the plant time to recover. If the crown isn't damaged, it may push out new growth.

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How to prevent Plant dying after picking

Always harvest the older, outermost leaves first, snipping them off at the base. Leave the inner leaves to continue growing.

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