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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    April 5, 2017
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    What growing zone are you in? Bottlebrush can be planted outdoors in zones 8-10. Colder zones a Bottlebrush should be kept in a pot.
    You soil should be well draining. Make sure the soil is moist, but never soggy.
    You mention shallow watering, but you will need to make sure the moisture reaches the roots. It is important to maintain moisture levels, until the plant is established. Check the plant daily for the first 2 weeks, then you can start to back off on the watering.
    Applying 2 to 3 inches of hardwood mulch will help with moisture retention.
    If the branches snap and break off, they may have died. You can check the entire plant.
    Here is a link to refresh you on the care requirements.
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/what-is-well-drained-garden-soil.htm

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/bottlebrush/growing-bottlebrush-plants.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    April 7, 2017
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    This article will help you pinpoint the issue.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/bottlebrush/bottlebrush-wont-bloom.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    April 9, 2017
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    Since your Bottle Brush is now flowering, wait and prune when it is done.
    Then go ahead and clean up the shrub.
    Check the stems before you prune; flexible or snap off.
    You can also to a scratch test on the branches.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/tree-scratch-test.htm

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/bottlebrush/pruning-bottlebrush-plants.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    April 11, 2017
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    The frost damage can leave a plant stressed and vulnerable to disease and pests. Some damage can take weeks to appear and stop, depending on the severity. If the weather still threatens to be cold it is best to leave the damage on until the weather changes.

    Examine the plants for any other signs of issues.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/how-to-treat-frozen-plants.htm

    Watering is important but make sure the soil is well draining and that they are not too wet.
    Root rot can show itself as browning and dying leaves.
    This link will refresh you on the care requirements.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/bottlebrush/growing-bottlebrush-plants.htm

    Also most reputable garden centers will guarantee a new shrub or tree for 1 year.

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    April 16, 2017
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    As per the article, 'use 1/4 cup baking soda per gallon of water'.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/spanish-moss/spanish-moss-removal.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    May 1, 2017
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    This article will help you.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/bottlebrush/bottlebrush-wont-bloom.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    May 2, 2017
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    Frost damage can take weeks to appear.
    The good news is that a Bottle Brush can even grow back from the roots if the entire plant is frozen.
    This is likely a wait and see spring for you.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/bottlebrush/pruning-bottlebrush-plants.htm

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