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- Q.Salix Flamingo Tree - I have the above tree in our front lawn. Despite watering and feeding it, it doesn't look particularly healthy and I ...
- Q.Pruning Salix Flamingo Trees - I have 4 salix flamingo trees I have just planted into garden. They are grafted onto 4 ft stems and ...
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Asked by
rivendel on
May 12, 2015
GloucestershireQ.Salix Flamingo tree
I have the above tree in our front lawn. Despite watering and feeding it, it doesn't look particularly healthy and I have cut the branches right back and they were dying. There are, however, pink and green leaves, so it's not completely dead. Do you think it's not getting enough water because it's in the lawn? Thank you. Justine
Answered by
shelley on
May 12, 2015
Certified ExpertA.How often and how have you been watering it? This tree does do well in damp soil, so be sure to water deeply and thoroughly. Is there good drainage in your lawn? This is an important consideration as the salix flamingo doesn't like to be in standing water.
How often have you been fertilizing it? It is recommended to fertilize in the spring with a granulated fertilizer before growth begins.
Given the timing of your tree's deteriorating condition, your tree may have sustained winter injury. For more information on winter injury, go here: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/shgen/winter-damage-of-shrubs.htm
For more information on the care of salix flamingo, please visit the following link:
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- Asked by
Bobandcarol1 on
August 8, 2015
Bn45qqQ.pruning salix flamingo trees
I have 4 salix flamingo trees I have just planted into garden. They are grafted onto 4 ft stems and look like standard trees. Should I prune and keep like this or let them grow naturally?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
August 11, 2015A.I would certainly maintain the standard shape as this is how the tree was grafted.
Here is a link to help you.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/willow/dappled-japanese-willow.htm
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July 20, 2018Q.Minature standard flamingoe shrub/small tree
Neglected dont know where to start. Also planted 2foot from house do I need to move it? Nearly 5ft, tall.
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
July 21, 2018A.They can grow 15 feet high and wide.
You should keep the shrub 5 feet from foundation.
I would move the shrub.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/willow/dappled-japanese-willow.htm
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