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  • Answered by
    Getoutandgarden on
    July 26, 2016
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    Yes neem oil is a great solution for this. The scale protects adults from sprays, the eggs hatch in june/july so spray now to knock them on the head. Further reading https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htm

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    Leon on
    July 26, 2016
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    Thank you very much for the answer!
    Would you recommend neem oil to spray?

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    Getoutandgarden on
    July 26, 2016
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    The spots sound like white scale. If there is an infestation this will affect the plant.if coverage of the scale is light then spray with a suitable insecticide oil. Do not remove the plant unless you are sure it has died! Check the end of the branches are still alive by snipping with secateurs and checking they are still green inside.if this is the case, the plant still has a chance.

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    Alisma on
    August 11, 2016
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    Check whether your plant has any of the disease symptoms described in this article:

    https://plantdiseasehandbook.tamu.edu/landscaping/shrubs/pittosporum/

    Other than a disease, it could be that your plant has a root problem, such as one root wrapped around the others, or is in a too-small pot.

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    Alisma on
    September 20, 2016
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    If the root ball of the bird of paradise was not removed, it could cause problems growing other plants. Bird of paradise creates a dense, strong root system that could prevent other plants from putting roots into that area. I recommend digging up the area to try to get the majority of the roots out.

    Another issue could be nutrient depletion. Adding some compost or fertilizer or taking other measures to build up soil fertility should help.

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    Alisma on
    October 11, 2016
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    Unfortunately, Pittosporum is not considered deer resistant and can be attractive to deer.

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  • Answered by
    Alisma on
    March 1, 2017
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    Your plant likely has transplant shock, a common problem with recently-transplanted shrubs. Fortunately, most plants will recover from this. Here is some advice on helping it recover:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/learn-how-to-avoid-and-repair-transplant-shock-in-plants.htm

    Also, make sure your Pittosporum is planted in an appropriate location for the species, as described in this article:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/pittosporum/growing-japanese-pittosporum.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    April 6, 2017
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    From my research the Pittosporum Undulatum is considered quite drought tolerant; especially in older specimen.

    If you see no other signs of disease, I would suspect that the plants were effected and died from lack of oxygen--due to the heavy rain and or poor drainage.
    Well drained soil is needed for the success of your trees.
    Check the soil drainage.
    This article will help you.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/what-is-well-drained-garden-soil.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    May 2, 2017
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    From this image, the entire shrub looks wilting and may be in need of water.
    Pull back the mulch.
    Check the soil moisture levels. Soil should be slightly moist. Long and slow watering followed by a slight drying of soil is the best.
    But avoid overwatering, roots in wet, soggy soil will rot.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/pittosporum/growing-japanese-pittosporum.htm

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