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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    September 11, 2017
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    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/disease/white-leaf-spot-control.htm

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    BushDoctor on
    September 11, 2017
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    This is a common fungal issue. I would recommend using one or more of the following: Put wettable sulfur around the plant's soil, use neem oil, lavender oil, rosemary oil, or garlic oil. there are also many chemical fungicides.Here is an article that will help.

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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    September 24, 2017
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    It appears that the longest blooming cultivar is called 'kelaides'. I would start here, as this may be your best option.

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    BushDoctor on
    September 24, 2017
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    They should be hardy in your area. If you think the cold is the issue, though, it would be best to mulch with something such as hay. this will ensure that they do not get too cold.

    Here is more information on their care: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/ice-plant/growing-hardy-ice-plant.htm

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    BushDoctor on
    December 3, 2017
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    This depends on where you are located. These plants are hardy in zones 5-9. If you are outside of this zone, then you will do best to bring the plant indoors. If you are within these zones, then you will just leave the plant to fend for itself outdoors.

    This article will give you more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/ice-plant/growing-hardy-ice-plant.htm

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  • Answered by
    MichiganDot on
    December 3, 2017
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    Ice plant is hardy in zones 5-9. It is important to avoid soggy soil during winter as the plant may rot. Avoid piling wet snow on top of it. If the plant has been growing all summer, winter mulching isn't necessary unless you are north of zone 5. There may be some winter die-back but the plant will recover. If you are in zone 4, mulch over the top of the plant with shredded leaves or hay. Snow is a great insulator and protects the plant from desiccating winter winds. A dry, cold winter in zone 4 spells trouble.

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    BushDoctor on
    January 29, 2018
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    Other than manual weeding, or controlled burning, if your area allows it, there may be little that you can do in the situation. It looks like the only option will be letting nature take its course, or starting over.

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    MichiganDot on
    March 6, 2018
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    If you are sure winter is gone, it's OK to cut it back. The leaves provide some protection in cold winters. Purple ice plant is not as hardy as other species and if you are in zone 5 or colder, it may have perished.

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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    March 31, 2018
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    It won't hurt it to remove the brittle parts. In fact, it can help it grow a little better. You can remove it if you would like. This article will give you more information on the care of these: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/ice-plant/growing-hardy-ice-plant.htm

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