We recently planted 2 new camellias. The leaves are turning yellow. What should we do?
Can you include a picture, and a description of the type of soil that it is planted in? It could be that the pH is off, or that there is an actual nitrogen deficiency in the soil.
You can take samples to your local extension service in the meantime. They will be able to tell you what is wrong with your soil, if anything, and what you can do to fix it.
This article will help you find the closest extension service to you: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/extension-search/
I used a stake to support it after transplant from garden half mile away. The leaves are yellowing and some are brown. The stake is a metal alloy used inside UPVC doors. Could this poison the Camelia? It s also in a more open position from where it came? Ericaceous compost was used in the cavity for it's new home. Looks poorly to me Can I save it??? Many Thanks JJ
This could be just a product of moving stress. Can you include a photo so that I can see what is going on? Alternatively if the area remained too wet after transplant, it could have contracted an infection. It is wise to add dolomitic lime and wettable sulfur to the soil once per year. This will help keep the soil conditioned, as well as keep away any infections. This can also be used as a spot treatment when needed.
Make sure that this is not in direct sunlight. This will burn them as well. They require quite a bit of shade to remain healthy.
This article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/camellia/caring-for-camellias.htm
I purchased the plant in the fall with dry leaves but many buds, so I did not prune it but kept it indoors over the winter. The buds look like they may open but the leaves are all dry but still green. Should I prune back even though the buds look like they may open? The plant is alive and about 2 foot high. Thank you for your response. janwane15@gmail.com
Can you include a photo? This sounds pretty bad. I would wait to see if the buds abort before you cut. If they open, then wait until they fade to prune. If they do not, then you may prune them now. Still a photo might help me to pinpoint the exact problem. This article will give you an idea of general care of these: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/camellia/caring-for-camellias.htm
Can I spray my holly in summer - above 80 degrees? I live in Arlington Va.
Hello
This would depend on what you will be spraying with. Dormant oil will need to be sprayed during dormancy. Just about anything else will need to be sprayed during very early morning, or on a cloudy day. It is best that it isn't hot, as this can cause a plant to react negatively to sprays.
It is quite an old camellia bush, and is otherwise healthy. The flowers have not had white areas previously
Actually, flowers can "gray up" just like a human! Over time, the flower colors may fade, or develop white spots, and patches. This is completely normal, and will likely continue to do so.
Last Friday in Garden grove, CA the temperature was 105 degrees. Unfortunately my new, very vigorous growing camellia could not handle the hot weather. it was due to be watered tne next day. When I saw the damage I gave it some water. The temperature has still been close to 90 degrees. What can I do?
Water deeply, not just a sprinkle. Flood the entire area inside the bricks to try and get six to 10 inches of water penetration. Mulch the soil surface with two inches of organic mulch, like compost or fir bark mulch from a garden center. Follow up with another drenching in two days, then every week during the hot dry season. Talk to the plant and express your TLC. Wait and see, I think it will respond and re-foliate.
Can a Camellia plant be grown in the house, I live in the high desert too harsh of a summer and winter to grow outdoors.
Thank you for splitting those into separate questions. That is helpful.
You can grow these in container, and indoors with the right care. You will want to try and mimic its natural conditions which will be much easier indoors. This article will help with container care: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/camellia/growing-camellia-in-a-pot.htm