Troubleshooting
Felty Germander problems — and how to fix them
Felty Germander (Teucrium polium) is generally low-drama, but a few issues come up again and again. Here is what each one looks like, why it happens, and the fix.
Root and crown rot
Winter wet is the primary cause of plant death; this species absolutely requires perfect drainage and often benefits from being grown in a raised scree bed or alpine house in wetter UK climates.
Spider mites in hot, dry conditions
Paradoxically, the dry conditions it loves can also encourage spider mites on stressed plants; improve air circulation and use an appropriate miticide if webbing appears on foliage.
Prevent felty germander problems before they start
Most felty germander issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
Felty Germander problems — FAQ
Why is my felty germander root and crown rot?
Winter wet is the primary cause of plant death; this species absolutely requires perfect drainage and often benefits from being grown in a raised scree bed or alpine house in wetter UK climates.
Why is my felty germander spider mites in hot, dry conditions?
Paradoxically, the dry conditions it loves can also encourage spider mites on stressed plants; improve air circulation and use an appropriate miticide if webbing appears on foliage.