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- Q.Photinia Tree - When do you prune photinia and how long and what time does it stay red?
- Q.Fertilizing Photinias - I would like to know what kind of fertilizer to use on my Photinias and when is the best time ...
- Q.Leaves Dying On Photinia - All the large leaves on my photinia are dying. They start turning brown at the bottom of the leaf and ...
- Q.Propagating Photinia Stems - Can you propagate from a dying plant (photinia) if the stems have green leaves and it is still a healthy ...
- Q.Will A Red Tipped Photinia Grow Well In Clay Soil? - We have a thin layer of good soil, but it turns into dense clay.
- Q.Photinia Dying - We have 20 some photinias as a hedge, all about 4 years old and all were doing well until now. ...
- Q.Photinias Dropping Leaves? - My photinia robusta plants I purchased a month ago are getting brown leaves then defoliating. I am not sure if ...
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August 3, 2011Q.Photinia Tree
When do you prune photinia and how long and what time does it stay red?
Answered by
Nikki on
August 4, 2011
Certified ExpertA.Prune photinia sometime during early spring through early fall. Late spring, early summer being the best time. Unruly plants can be cut back 6 inches to the ground and will come back--annual pruning will help keep them maintained and manageable. Photinia sends out its first flush of bright red leaves in spring and lasts two to four weeks before maturing to green.
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Anonymous on
August 20, 2011Q.Fertilizing Photinias
I would like to know what kind of fertilizer to use on my Photinias and when is the best time to use it.
- Answered by
Nikki on
August 21, 2011
Certified ExpertA.Feed it with a balanced fertilizer (8-8-8 would be good) and one that is aimed at acid-loving plants. Fertilize once in spring and once in early fall.
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September 28, 2011Q.Leaves Dying on Photinia
All the large leaves on my photinia are dying. They start turning brown at the bottom of the leaf and continue to the top until the entire leaf is dead. What would cause this?
- Answered by
Nikki on
September 29, 2011
Certified ExpertA.It is most likely a fungus. Remove and destroy the dead or dying leaves and treat with a fungicide.
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June 22, 2012Q.Propagating Photinia Stems
Can you propagate from a dying plant (photinia) if the stems have green leaves and it is still a healthy stem?
- Answered by
Nikki on
June 23, 2012
Certified ExpertA.As long as the stem you are cutting is healthy, you should not have any problems propagating it. Here is an article or two that you may find helpful: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/photinia/growing-red-tip-photinia.htm
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artsie on
July 10, 2012Q.Will a red tipped photinia grow well in clay soil?
We have a thin layer of good soil, but it turns into dense clay.
- Answered by
Nikki on
July 10, 2012
Certified ExpertA.Few plants can tolerate compacted clay soil; therefore, your best bet is to amend it. Here is an article or two that you may find helpful: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/how-to-improve-clay-soil.htm
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Anonymous on
August 26, 2012Q.Photinia Dying
We have 20 some photinias as a hedge, all about 4 years old and all were doing well until now. One out in the middle is dying (leaves drying up). We have gophers, but I don't think they would do this. Please help with your thoughts on this.
- Answered by
Nikki on
August 27, 2012
Certified ExpertA.It is likely a fungus. This article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/photinia/photinia-leaf-spot.htm
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Jock on
September 22, 2012Q.Photinias dropping leaves?
My photinia robusta plants I purchased a month ago are getting brown leaves then defoliating. I am not sure if they will bud again? Advice anybody? Thanks Jock
- Answered by
Heather on
October 6, 2012
Certified ExpertA.If they are newly planted, I would say that they are in shock. This article will help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/learn-how-to-avoid-and-repair-transplant-shock-in-plants.htmIf you can pull them through the shock, they will be fine.
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