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- Q.Leaf Disease On A Large Avocado Tree In Hawaii - The leaves have developed rust-colored spots that do not scrape off. We have had a very wet winter. Would it ...
- Q.Our Indoor Avocado Tree - We have an avocado tree grown from a pit that is about 4 yrs old. From the floor to ...
- Q.Avacado Growth Suspended - Started from seed, grown to about 10" ht. under grow light in basement. Typical light sometimes 24 Hr, then off ...
- Q.Avocado Tree - how long will it takes to give fruit???
- Q.Avocado Tree Has All Brown Drooping Leaves After Years Of Great Production - Do I need to take this huge tree down? And, what probably caused this? So sad as this ...
- Q.Avocado Tree - I haves black branches looks like its dying only a young tree the centre trunk and leaves are green
- Q.Gardening - My Avocado tree is 4 years old. There is no sign of flowers. When will it start bearing fruits?
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January 30, 2018Q.Leaf disease on a large avocado tree in Hawaii
The leaves have developed rust-colored spots that do not scrape off. We have had a very wet winter. Would it help to rake up leaf debris under the tree and then fertilize it? The huge tree is covered with flowers. The spots seem to match pictures of a fungus found on a number of sites. No other leaf problems--just the spots.
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Downtoearthdigs on
January 31, 2018A.There are a couple of diseases that might be affecting your tree. This paper on them will be helpful for you to identify the problem:
http://manatee.ifas.ufl.edu/lawn_and_garden/master-gardener/gardening-manatee-style/a/avocado-diseases.pdfWas this answer useful?00
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February 6, 2018Q.Our indoor avocado tree
We have an avocado tree grown from a pit that is about 4 yrs old. From the floor to its' top is about 5 and 1/2 feet. Since we live in NJ we put it out in the summer and it grows and looks great. Then we bring it in for the winter and inevitably after a month or so it begins to get a whitish salt look on the leaves and some stems as well as getting brown edges. I could crush a leaf in my hand and most of it crumbles into little pieces. Yet there is a lot of new little leaves. I have looked at the white spots under a magnifying glass and they don't appear to be insects and you can wipe the stuff away and the leaf looks OK except for the brown crinkely edges. I just noticed it has a bad scale infestation so I'll treat that with neem oil. But what is the white stuff? We also give our plant old pond water which is not treated with anything. Thanks, Richelle
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Downtoearthdigs on
February 7, 2018A.White deposits could from pests, fungus or even build up of salts from tap water.
Neem Oil is a good organic treatment and works as both an insecticide and fungicide.
I would use distilled water or set your tap water out for 48 hours before using to water your plants. Excess fertilizer can also build up in the soil.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/avocado/indoor-avocado-plant-care.htm
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February 8, 2018Q.Avacado growth suspended
Started from seed, grown to about 10" ht. under grow light in basement. Typical light sometimes 24 Hr, then off for 12. Avg. day room temp guessing 70s, but cooler at night. Have added some miracle grow dissolved in water. Growth has ceased and now edges of leaves (5) turning brown. Suggestions?
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Downtoearthdigs on
February 8, 2018A.Your Avocado is likely in need of more light. Spindly or poor growth is an indication of not enough light.
If you can give the plant a good sunny location and use the grow light to add some additional light that would be best.Here is a link with more care information.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/avocado/indoor-avocado-plant-care.htmWas this answer useful?00 - Asked by
Anonymous on
February 14, 2018Q.avocado tree
how long will it takes to give fruit???
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Downtoearthdigs on
February 14, 2018A.It is generally 5 years after planting before an Avocado Tree produces.
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February 26, 2018Q.Avocado tree has all brown drooping leaves after years of great production
Do I need to take this huge tree down? And, what probably caused this? So sad as this tree has produced so many fruit for 10 years I've lived here.
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Downtoearthdigs on
March 3, 2018A.Contacting your local university extension service is the best option, since they have information on the pests and diseases present in your area.
One possibility is buildup of salt, fertilizer, or other toxins in the soil. In this case, the leaves would turn brown starting at the tips and edges, moving in toward the center. Harsh weather, especially high heat and drought can cause these problems as well.
Another possibility is laurel wilt disease or another wilt disease. Unfortunately, these diseases are not curable and will kill the tree. Laurel wilt can infect avocados and is present in Florida. Please see the below articles for more information:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/avocado/avocado-pests-and-diseases.htm
http://ipm.ucanr.edu/PMG/r8100411.html
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/hs379Was this answer useful?00 - Asked by
Anonymous on
March 2, 2018Q.avocado tree
I haves black branches looks like its dying only a young tree the centre trunk and leaves are green
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Downtoearthdigs on
March 3, 2018A.Black branches can be a sign that the tree has root rot. This disease of the roots is usually caused by overwatering or poorly-drained soil, which can lead to fungal infestations and other problems. Please see the following articles:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/avocado/avocado-pests-and-diseases.htm
http://ucanr.edu/blogs/blogcore/postdetail.cfm?postnum=1678Was this answer useful?00 - Asked by
Anonymous on
March 5, 2018Q.Gardening
My Avocado tree is 4 years old. There is no sign of flowers. When will it start bearing fruits?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
March 6, 2018A.Avocado Trees do not start producing until they are at least 5 years old.
Here are some links with more information.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/avocado/avocado-tree-growing.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/avocado/how-to-fertilize-avocados.htmWas this answer useful?00
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