how to save my Mayflower Trailing Arbutus. I repotted on Saturday. Petals are turning brown and it looks like it is dying.

Question

I repotted with all-purpose soil which is lighter than the moisture control soil I use for geraniums etc. I put a few bark chips I had on the top. Looks like it is going to turn all brown. Help! as this was a gift from my son.

I am sending a “before” picture which I took after repotting it on Saturday May 04, 2019 and the “after” picture today, just 3 days later on Tuesday, May 7th! Can you offer me any help? Thanks.

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Answer 1

It may be the soil. It requires moist, acidic soil in part to full shade. Similar to a woodland garden. See more below:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/trailing-arbutus/mayflower-trailing-arbutus.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/raise-acid-level-soil.htm