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Hello,
A few months ago, I purchases several succulents at Cactus Jungle. A few are having some problems and I would like to know what you recommend I do.
I have attached a photo of a Sedum Matrona that has developed a powdery material at the junctures of the pedals.
Also attached is a photo of an Aloe Burii whose tips are drying up and turning red. Is this a natural development for this plant?
Thank you so much for your advice.
Regards,
Diane[Note: photos deleted]
Diane,
The Sedum looks like it might have some aphids, tight in the growing tips, as well as a bit of powdery mildew damage. I recommend spraying it well with a good, but gentle jet from the hose and then treat with a powdery mildew treatment Neem or “Mildew Cure”. Or you can just cut off the infected leaves and tips. Sedum matrona can be cut back to just stumps when it looks ratty and it will re-sprout with fresh new growth.
The Aloe is just showing signs of summer dormancy, which is normal, it is native to a winter rain fall area of Africa so it sleeps in the summer and grows in the winter just like most California natives. It will perk up and start growing with vigor this winter once the rains start.
Take care,
Hap
