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- Q.I Live In Victoria, Australia. Can I Grow A Coral Tree Here? - I have a large garden, mixed native and exotic. There are some sheltered places, but we get frosts to -3 ...
- Q.Problem With Coral Tree - My loved Ciral Tree has all its leaves going yellow, I live in Cyprus, I have been following advice re ...
- Q.My Coral Bark Tree Is Not Blooming. It Was Planted In Dec. And The Bark Is Green And Small Growth At The Base. - I have fed it with Dr. Earth flowering tree fertilizer but it still looks the same as when it was ...
- Q.My Coral Trees Are Dropping Leaves - My Coral trees are constantly producing new growth but the older leaves turn yellow and drop off as fast as ...
- Q.My Coral Tree Has Dried Up Canters Where The Leaves Grow From. Any Idea What Is Causing This? - This is a young Coral. My photo won’t upload.
- Q.My Coral Tree Is Not Flowering. Please Help. - I plantee the tree about 4 years ago. I protected with frost cover the first 3 years during the winter. ...
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July 4, 2020Q.I live in Victoria, Australia. Can I grow a coral tree here?
I have a large garden, mixed native and exotic. There are some sheltered places, but we get frosts to -3 in winter.
Answered by
GKH_Susan on
July 4, 2020
Certified ExpertA.Yes, you should be able to grow a coral tree. Your average low temperature is 50 degrees F (10 degrees C) and coral trees' hardiness goes to 25 degrees F (-4 C). You say you get freezes to -3 so it is close. So plant it where it will get some protection and be sure to mulch well.
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- Asked by
Zazzle on
March 4, 2021
Paphos, CyprusQ.Problem With Coral Tree
My loved Ciral Tree has all its leaves going yellow, I live in Cyprus, I have been following advice re watering (not to do it!) and it is usually beautiful, this year only 1 little flower so far. help?
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
March 4, 2021
Certified ExpertA.My first suspicion would be a pH imbalance.
Since these are, technically, legumes- They will harvest their own nitrogen. This means that feeding is completely unnecessary. This leaves pH in question. If it is too low, it will lock out phosphorus and potassium. This will affect flowering. When checking, it is best to keep the soil within a range of 5.5 to 7. These articles will help you to test your soil:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/testing-soil.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/soil-ph-plants.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/testing-soil.htm
This article will give you more information on the care of the tree:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/coral-tree/coral-tree-information.htm
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June 15, 2021Q.My Coral Bark Tree Is Not Blooming. It Was Planted In Dec. And The Bark Is Green And Small Growth At The Base.
I have fed it with Dr. Earth flowering tree fertilizer but it still looks the same as when it was planted.
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
June 15, 2021
Certified ExpertA.Unfortunately, your photo did not come through. I am unable to say what caused your problem. It sounds like it suffered from transplant shock. This article will help:
This article will help you with the care of the tree:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/coral-tree/coral-tree-information.htm
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Anonymous on
January 28, 2022Q.My Coral Trees Are Dropping Leaves
My Coral trees are constantly producing new growth but the older leaves turn yellow and drop off as fast as the new ones develop.
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
January 28, 2022
Certified ExpertA.You are in the correct zone for growing coral trees so that is good. They may be overwatered. These trees need little water and no fertilizer. Try cutting back on water and see if that helps. Here is more care information:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/coral-tree/coral-tree-information.htm
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Anonymous on
August 29, 2022Q.My Coral Tree Has Dried Up Canters Where The Leaves Grow From. Any Idea What Is Causing This?
This is a young Coral. My photo won’t upload.
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
September 13, 2022
Certified ExpertA.This could be due to soil overfertility, or it could be actual disease. As a legume, these trees will feed themselves nitrogen harvested from the air. Too much nitrogen in soil will burn the new growth.
These articles will help you to test your soils:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/testing-moisture-in-plants.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/testing-soil.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/soil-ph-plants.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/test-soil-for-pests-and-diseases.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/making-sure-soil-drains-well.htm
This article will help you with the care of the tree:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/coral-tree/coral-tree-information.htm
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November 25, 2024Q.My Coral Tree Is Not Flowering. Please Help.
I plantee the tree about 4 years ago. I protected with frost cover the first 3 years during the winter. It's growing taller every year and is full of leaves, yet it hasn't flowered once. What can I do to help thus beautiful tree to flower.
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
November 27, 2024
Certified ExpertA.Make sure you are not overwatering. They need very little water and fertilizer. Mulching around the tree should give it ample nutrients as the mulch degrades. They also need full sun and well draining soil. A lack of sufficient sunlight can prevent flowering.
Here is more:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/coral-tree/coral-tree-information.htm
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