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Anthurium Flowers Turning Green: Post-Sale Hormone Fade

Growers use hormones to force brilliant blooms at sale. Color fades after purchase. To prolong: keep on sunny windowsill, don’t repot, water when surface dry, fertilize half-strength monthly.

Accept the natural cycle—green spathes are still attractive.

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