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Cucumber plant leaves - edges whitening #624162

Asked April 14, 2020, 10:58 PM EDT

Hi, my cucumber seedlings, now plants, are turning white in the edges of their leaves. I noticed something similar starting on one of my pepper plants, too. Maybe something to do with soil/nutrition? Watering? I’m using sunblaster 2400 grow lights, and I planted in organic starter soil. Images attached. I realize I probably started these too early; I did recently transplant them into larger containers, so I know the roots aren’t troubled. Thanks for your help. Amy

Hennepin County Minnesota

Expert Response

We believe what you are seeing is scorch/sunburn from the lights.  Your plants are now probably too close to them as they are taller than before.
Barbara, Anoka County MG, TCA Replied April 15, 2020, 11:58 AM EDT
Thank you!  I've adjusted the light height, and I'll keep an eye on their progress.
The Question Asker Replied April 15, 2020, 12:19 PM EDT

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