Troubleshooting
Pelargonium 'Tip Top Duet' problems — and how to fix them
Pelargonium 'Tip Top Duet' (Pelargonium 'Tip Top Duet') is generally forgiving once you match its basics, but a few issues come up again and again. Here is what each one looks like, why it happens, and the fix.
Shy flowering / lax growth
Too little light is the usual cause. Angels need full sun to flower well and stay compact; move to the brightest position available.
Pelargonium rust
Brown pustules ringing leaf undersides, easily spread in the dense growth. Remove infected leaves, improve airflow, and avoid wetting foliage.
Botrytis (grey mould)
Grey mould amid crowded stems and spent flowers in damp air. Deadhead, thin congested growth, and ventilate well.
Overwatering / yellow leaves
Soggy compost yellows lower leaves and rots roots. Let the surface dry between waterings and ensure pots drain freely.
Prevent pelargonium 'tip top duet' problems before they start
Most pelargonium 'tip top duet' issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
Looking for pelargonium 'tip top duet' in general rather than its problems? Read the full pelargonium 'tip top duet' care guide — light, water, soil and feeding.
Pelargonium 'Tip Top Duet' problems — FAQ
Why is my pelargonium 'tip top duet' shy flowering / lax growth?
Too little light is the usual cause. Angels need full sun to flower well and stay compact; move to the brightest position available.
Why is my pelargonium 'tip top duet' pelargonium rust?
Brown pustules ringing leaf undersides, easily spread in the dense growth. Remove infected leaves, improve airflow, and avoid wetting foliage.
Why is my pelargonium 'tip top duet' botrytis (grey mould)?
Grey mould amid crowded stems and spent flowers in damp air. Deadhead, thin congested growth, and ventilate well.
Why is my pelargonium 'tip top duet' overwatering / yellow leaves?
Soggy compost yellows lower leaves and rots roots. Let the surface dry between waterings and ensure pots drain freely.