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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    October 19, 2017
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    Japanese Pieris produces a shallow, fibrous root system, so it shouldn't be too hard to remove. Digging it out will probably be the easiest. If you can get under the roots from one side with a shovel, you can probably get the rest out without too much trouble.

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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    September 29, 2018
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    Can you include photos? This can have several causes. Sometimes a lack of magnesium, phosphorus, or potassium can cause these symptoms. Also, a general lack of light to these areas can also cause this.

    This article will help you to care for these: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/japanese-andromeda/grow-japanese-andromeda.htm

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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    September 29, 2018
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    I believe I have answered this as a duplicate on the original question.

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    April 13, 2019
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    Yellowing leaves could indicate watering issues, disease, pests or nutrient deficiencies.
    This article will help you.
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/japanese-andromeda/grow-japanese-andromeda.htm

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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    April 21, 2019
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    There are a few things that could be the issue here.

    They need yearly fertilization. Lacking in phosphorus and potassium can cause a problem with flowering. They also need acidic soil, so make sure that you are feeding them with and acid lovers blend. Calcium and magnesium can be lacking in acidic soil, so supplementing a little bit can help has well.

    This article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/japanese-andromeda/grow-japanese-andromeda.htm

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  • Answered by
    jools.mccarthy@gmail.com on
    May 13, 2019
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    Thanks so much for your advice. I'm sorry I should have been clearer with my question, the new growth is green right from the moment it begins to grow and never has any red colour. Does this change your answer?

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    May 13, 2019
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    Leaf colors last for 2-3 weeks and then turn green as they mature.
    This shrub does best in full sun to partial shade. It requires an evenly moist well-drained soil for optimal growth, but will die in standing water. It is very fussy about its soil conditions and must have rich, acidic soils to ensure success, and is subject to chlorosis (yellowing) of the leaves in alkaline soils.

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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    July 7, 2019
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    It probably has a fungal infection, but it also might have been caused by the soil pH. They prefer acidic soil, and will benefit from a feeding with acid-lovers fertilizers.

    Applying 1/4 cup of DOLOMITIC LIME, and a tablespoon of WETTABLE SULFUR will take care of the fungal issue, as well as help to adjust the pH.

    This article will help you to care for the shrub: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/japanese-andromeda/grow-japanese-andromeda.htm

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