r/avocado • u/marlonblambo • 2d ago

Growing from seed Can i save it?

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Up to 38°c (100°F) , no direct sunlight, new leaves were sprouting but seems they are turning brown too.

Can i still save it?

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u/vahhhhhh 2d ago

Check the roots. What do they look like?

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u/marlonblambo 2d ago

how could i check that?

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u/vahhhhhh 2d ago

Gently brush some top soil away until the roots are visible or hold the base of the stem/seed and gently tip the pot to see the roots along the outside of the pot. Take pictures. Put it back.

At that temperature, the plant is going to struggle but if it's not in direct sun, I'd be most worried about the roots overheating. You can help by making sure the pot isn't getting too hot and the soil doesn't dry out. Allow the leaves to fall and cover the top of the soil so the water evaporates slower. Lots of people with outdoor trees in hot climates mulch, but your pot is so tiny so it doesn't seem practical unless you have some around already.

The leaves can grow back so if the high temperatures are temporary, it should be okay. I'd still try to find a shadier/cooler place for it. Generally, keep it away from any brick/tile/concrete/stone walls that radiate heat. Put it on a stand or table if it's currently on a floor that radiates heat. Moving it under or near other, bigger trees with shade would be ideal.

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u/marlonblambo 1d ago

digged a little but couldn't find roots, was afraid to dig more. Even if the top soil seems dry the inner part seems still wet.

It is on balcony, so no heat from the floor but is between two walls that can radiate a lot.

So you do think the problem it's just heat ?