Overhardening - off may result in plants that require too much time to resume growth b. Fruit quality may be reduced ii. May cause a delay in yield c. Symptoms Possible causes Corrective measures 1. Spindly growth Lack of light, cloudy weather, Provide more light, reduce excessive watering, excessive temperature, restrict watering temperature reduce night temperature, fertilize less frequently, provide more space 2.
Low fertility Apply a fertilizer frequently at low concentrations.
The symptoms can indicate which fertilizer to use. If leaves are purple use phosphorus- rich fertilizer. If leaves are yellow use a nitrogen-rich fertilizer. Maintain suitable day and night temperature 3. Wilted shoots Pythium root rot, flooding Check for diseases, reduce damage, soluble salt damage watering and fertilization 4.