Why Do Oriental Lilies Have Brown Leaves?

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Fungus, root damage and improper fertilizer application can cause a browning of lily leaves. Water from below and be sure the leaves have good air circulation.

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Alice Moon is a freelance writer with more than 10 years of experience. She was chosen as a Smithsonian Institute intern, working for the National Zoo in Washington, D.C., and has traveled throughout Asia. Moon holds a Bachelor of Science in political science from Ball State University.

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Why Do Oriental Lilies Have Brown Leaves?

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