Fertilizer Burn

Fertilizer burn Common name Fasiation fertilizer burn Causal agent It is a non-pathological plant disease caused by excessive fertilization, leading to nutrient toxicity, especially nitrogen. Symptoms & Signs The most common symptoms involving fasiation fertilizer burn include yellow or brown leaves. It starts with the curling of the leaves, which eventually falls off. The soluble salts in the fertilizer create an osmotic stress which dehydrates the plant. The roots also show rot along with black or brown discoloration. In the case of over-fertilizing a lawn, you can see dry patches of grass and discolored streaks throughout the area. Time of concern Throughout the crop growing season Common hosts Conifer Cucumber Apple Pear Gourd Potato