Nutrient Burn (Overfeeding)
Brown crispy tips on leaves, typically starting on the newest growth. Caused by the nutrient solution EC being too high. Mild tip burn is common and not serious - heavy burn indicates immediate flush is needed.
What usually causes it
- EC too high for the growth stage
- Accumulation of salts in medium from infrequent flushes
- Recently transplanted plant still establishing roots
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