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Why does basil get brown leaves?
If the leaves turn brown on basil, this is a clear indication of health problems. These may be due to neglect of care, disease or pest infestation. The following overview points the direction in the cause research.
Failures in the care
Since basil migrated from tropical regions, the herb plant is dependent on an adequate location and a careful care. The following defects can cause brown leaves:
Diseases and pests
If the causes of brown leaves are not due to care errors, it's usually caused by one of the following diseases or a cunning pest:
To counteract the diseases and pests with chemical means is taboo on food in the hobby garden. There is now a wide range of biological control methods available, in harmony with nature and for the good of health.
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