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  • Answered by
    theficuswrangler on
    April 5, 2014
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    Paling of the leaf color might be caused by nutrient deficiency. This article has some pointers: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/photinia/red-tip-photinia-fertilizer.htm

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    Nikki on
    April 5, 2014
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    For red tip photinias, feed them a balanced fertilizer and one that is aimed at acid-loving plants. An even fertilizer like 8-8-8 would be good. Fertilize once in spring and once in early fall. For the weigela, only an annual feeding is necessary. Give the shrub a regular, balanced plant food in late winter/early spring to promote more blooms.

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    Nikki on
    May 5, 2014
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    It is really hard to say exactly how much water you need to give them in order to be watered enough, due to the fact that many factors can influence this. I will say that it does sound like the plant is under watered. This would cause almost all of the symptoms you describe. So increase water to the plant and, as the heat increases, continue to increase the water. As for fertilizer, how often will depend on the product you use for how often you apply it. This should be on the directions on the fertilizer you buy. But, in general, a water soluble fertilizer is applied once every 2-4 weeks and a slow release fertilizer will be every 3 months. Pruning should be done when the plant is dormant (i.e. winter). This article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/photinia/pruning-photinia-shrubs.htm

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    Nikki on
    May 14, 2014
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    Feed it with a slow-release, balanced fertilizer (8-8-8) and one that is aimed at acid-loving plants. Fertilize once in spring and once in early fall.

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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    November 30, -0001
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    If the water doesn't work, you may need to start again with fresh cuttings and place them directly in soil. These articles should help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/photinia/growing-red-tip-photinia.htm (bottom), https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/how-to-root-cuttings-from-various-shrubs-bushes-and-trees.htm

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    Nikki on
    October 31, 2014
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    About 3 1/2 to 4 foot spacing should be sufficient.

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