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Why do my tall plants not stand up?

Weak Stems On Tall Plants

If your tall plants have good color and flower but lack sufficient strength to stand upright, it could be that they lack essential nutrients, such as phosphorous or potash. Crowding or too much nitrogen can also weaken stems.

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10/15/2008 7:32:07 AM
Carolyn said:

Good. Just what I wanted to know.

5/31/2010 11:59:21 AM
Rose said:

Thank you, I seem to have this problem with Tick Weed and some irises.

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