Q.Over Watered A Catalpa Sapling
I started a Catalpa tree sapling from a seed but over watered it. Now its’ leave are shriveled and turning black. I have not watered it for a week. It is ii a small pot. Can it be saved and is there anything I should do to help it recover? Any help appreciated. Thanks, Joe
Certified GKH Gardening Expert
I would start over with an infection that severe. This will stunt the tree, and cause it to have a strange shape, if it recovers from watering.
Watering isn't the only problem, here, though.
That soil is not fit for a container. Use a mix of potting soil and compost, or just potting soil if it contains a fair bit of compost.
Unfortunately, without correcting the soil, it will happen again. I don't recommend planting another without changing the soil, first.
Here are some articles that will help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/using-topsoil-and-potting-soil.htm
