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- Q.No Scented Flowers On A Banana Shrub (Michelia Skinneriana). - Why don't the flowers on my banana shrub have any scent? I have 2 banana shrubs in pots that I grew ...
- Q.Michelia Bubbles Is Exfoliating But Have New Growth Developing - Leaves are turning yellow have plenty of new buds. Worried we might loose tree which was planted 1 year ...
- Q.Why Does My Mature Michelia Figo Always Have So Many Yellow Leaves? - Now that I've read your article, I can see the error of some of my ways, but the bush turned ...
- Q.Why Don’t My Flowers Smell Anymore On My Banana Shrub (michelia Figo)? - the leaves also have some type of fungus like white spots...
- Q.We Live In Ocala Fl ( Zone 9 ) And Have 2 Mature Banana Shrub (. 8 Ft )and Recently Have Had Temp. Down To 25deg - What do I do to the Cold damage ends of the Bush. I hate to think the Bush is permanently ...
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Lady_DiAnna on
February 7, 2018
Huntsville, AL 35806Q.No scented flowers on a banana shrub (Michelia Skinneriana).
Why don't the flowers on my banana shrub have any scent? I have 2 banana shrubs in pots that I grew from cuttings (from my main plants). I kept them on a western patio all summer but brought them inside when temps began to drop below 30 degrees at night. About 4 weeks ago, they began to bud. The flowers are now opening but they do not have the banana-like scent, they have no scent at all.The main plants had dropped leaves badly before I brought them inside any they don't have any buds.
Answered by
BushDoctor on
February 8, 2018
Certified ExpertA.It is likely that they didn't have enough fertilizer. This can cause lack of blooms, leaf drop, and many other symptoms. This article will help you with the care of these: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/banana-shrub/how-to-grow-banana-shrubs.htm
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- Asked by
Chandler on
June 17, 2018
Auckland NZQ.Michelia bubbles is exfoliating but have new growth developing
Leaves are turning yellow have plenty of new buds. Worried we might loose tree which was planted 1 year ago.
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
June 18, 2018
Certified ExpertA.Can you include a photo? This will help me to make a diagnosis.
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Anonymous on
November 16, 2019Q.Why does my mature Michelia figo always have so many yellow leaves?
Now that I've read your article, I can see the error of some of my ways, but the bush turned small tree at 5 feet high, is 10+ years old and today I was wondering if this is simply what happens this time of year (North County of San Diego County; Carlsbad/Vista/Oceanside tricity area) especially considering that the yard is mature, the plant is no longer getting as much sunlight as in the past. I've tried giving it iron but it has never helped the yellowing issue.
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
November 16, 2019
Certified ExpertA.The plant is evergreen and should not turn completely yellow this time of year. However, the banana tree is susceptible to chlorosis (yellowing). A high soil ph could be a factor since it prefers an acidic, organic soil. Nitrogen especially and other nutrient deficiencies can cause yellowing. It's best not to think and fertilize in terms of a specific nutrient, but rather complete nutrition. Soil testing and prescription amendments are best, but general purpose blended fertilization is next best.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/banana-shrub/how-to-grow-banana-shrubs.htm
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Anonymous on
March 23, 2020Q.why don’t my flowers smell anymore on my banana shrub (michelia figo)?
the leaves also have some type of fungus like white spots...
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GKH_Susan on
March 24, 2020
Certified ExpertA.Your plant may have powdery mildew or mealybugs. These articles should help. The brown fuzz on immature leaves is normal, though.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/disease/get-the-cure-for-powdery-mildew.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/mealybugs-control.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/banana-shrub/how-to-grow-banana-shrubs.htm
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January 16, 2024Q.We Live In Ocala Fl ( Zone 9 ) And Have 2 Mature Banana Shrub (. 8 Ft )and Recently Have Had Temp. Down To 25deg
What do I do to the Cold damage ends of the Bush. I hate to think the Bush is permanently damaged
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
January 17, 2024
Certified ExpertA.While banana shrubs are not hardy, they are rated for zones 9 and 10, and zone 9 should withstand temperatures to 20 degrees F. When the threat of frost has passed, trim off any damaged ends. Here is more:
https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/trees-and-shrubs/shrubs/banana-shrub.html
https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/FP403
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/shgen/winter-damage-of-shrubs.htm
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