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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    January 13, 2014
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    Yellowing leaves is an indication of plant stress, such as overwatering or pests. I would check the soil in your pots to make sure that it's not too moist. Also, check for any insect pests. For more information on what causes yellow leaves and to help pinpoint the cuase in yours, this article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/plant-leaves-turn-yellow.htm

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    Nikki on
    January 23, 2014
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    Most likely it will regrow come spring, at which time you can cut off the dead growth. This article should help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/tips-for-saving-cold-damaged-plants.htm

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    Nikki on
    February 1, 2014
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    Camellias often take their time when it comes to blooming, even healthy ones. Some varieties are prone to bullnosing as well (when buds refuse to open). This is often due to fluctuations in temperature or insufficient moisture. A lack of nutrients and poor drainage may also be factors. Phosphorus can often help with blooming issues. Try adding some bone meal to the soil around your plant and see fo this helps too.

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    Nikki on
    February 9, 2014
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    It may be suffering from transplant shock. This article will help you with that: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/learn-how-to-avoid-and-repair-transplant-shock-in-plants.htm

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    Nikki on
    February 18, 2014
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    Removing all the leaves will harm the plant. I would recommend treating the plant with neem oil. I have found it to be very effective against scale and it is also a fungicide so will take care of the mold. Here is more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/problems/pests/neem-oil-uses.htm

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    Nikki on
    February 19, 2014
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    If it's newly planted, then the problem could be transplant shock. This article will help you with that: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/learn-how-to-avoid-and-repair-transplant-shock-in-plants.htm It could also be an issue with underwatering. Check the soil to see if it's too dry. Water should correct this. Also, if you've fertilized it recently, it could have been too much, though the leaves would likely drop as well. Finally, it could be a fungus. Treating the plant with a fungicide should help with this.

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    Nikki on
    February 20, 2014
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    This is called sooty mold, which more often than not is brought about by some type of pest, like aphid or mealy bug. I would recommend neem oil. We have found it to be very effective against these kinds of pests and will also help treat the sooty mold. These articles will explain more: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/problems/pests/neem-oil-uses.htm, https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/disease/how-to-get-rid-of-sooty-mold.htm

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