Brittle New Growth? (Boron Deficiency)
Boron issues cause brittle, twisted new tips and hollow stems.
Boron deficiency? Brittle tips, hollow stems—see causes and analyze fast.
Common Causes
- Very dry root zone
- High pH
- Low B in RO water without micro supplement
How to Tell Which One You Have
Growing tips distort/break; stems may hollow; rust spotting near tips.
FAQ
Add micros?
Use balanced micro with B; avoid overdoing.
Watering?
Don’t let media swing bone-dry repeatedly.
Is this Ca?
Ca spots are larger; B deforms tips.