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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    April 14, 2011
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    When they die, what is the progression of the death? Do they turn brown or yellow? Do they lose leaves or not? It sounds like you have something in the soil and this information will help us figure out what the issue could be.

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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    May 2, 2011
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    Do the leaves turn brown or yellow before they fall off? Please let us know and we will be better able to identify the problem with the holly bushes.

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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    June 20, 2011
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    There are several insects that could be feasting on your shrub. However, regardless of which one it is, I would recommend neem oil. This natural insecticide/fungicide is effective on a wide variety pests. Here is more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htm

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    Nikki on
    September 3, 2011
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    It is difficult to say for sure, as this could be attributed to a number of things. Usually brown leaves signify that they need more water. Using root stimulator solution on the plants once a month for at least six months may help too, provided that the issue is not root rot. If the bark is still green, the plants are still alive, and even if they lose all or the majority of the leaves, they should eventually leaf back out. Another possibility is scorch, if they're getting too much sun. This article has more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/what-causes-brown-edges-on-leaves-of-plant.htm

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    Nikki on
    November 27, 2011
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    Alisma on
    February 13, 2017
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    I am not completely sure, but this looks more like environmental damage than insect or disease damage. Wind, frost, sunburn, or physical damage could have injured the leaves, followed by the leaves turning whitish-yellow. I suspect if you remove the damaged leaves, the problem will go away.

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    March 6, 2017
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    Watering is generally the biggest issue with newly planted trees and shrubs.
    Generally daily water for the first 2 weeks, then 3 to 4 times a week for the next few weeks.
    Review the care information in the link below to make sure the trees were properly planted for you. Check the soil to make sure it is well draining!

    http://hort.ufl.edu/database/documents/pdf/tree_fact_sheets/ileattb.pdf

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