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- Q.Spirea? - I don't know what this plant is . It bloomed but the blossoms turned brown and dry in a ...
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Ashleigh16 on
June 12, 2017
Lancashire, EnglandQ.Spirea problems
Please could someone explain what is wrong with this Spirea and how to remedy it
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
June 13, 2017A.This looks like Fire Blight, which is common in Spirea.
When it rains in spring, spores get bounced from stems and branches onto flowers and new growth, infecting the tissue and starting the process over again. Fire blight is cyclical, with alternate plant hosts, so it may not even be a problem most years.
In your situation, I’d recommend pruning out the affected areas, making sure to clean up any leaf or branch litter around the plant. Late winter next year, check the bark for any oozing cankers, and prune out those areas, making sure to toss all of that infected plant material in the garbage.
With regular checking, you should be able to get the issue under control and make it manageable, without having to do anything more than cultural maintenance.
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Gramv on
July 23, 2017
Marquette, MI 49855Q.Spirea?
I don't know what this plant is . It bloomed but the blossoms turned brown and dry in a day or 2. What is wrong? The green leaves look healthy.
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Gramv on
July 24, 2017A.I don't see a place to upload a photo
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July 24, 2017 - Asked by
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July 23, 2017Q.spirea magic carpet
I have four of the same bush under my window one of the four is not turning brown the other four look like dead bushes, what should I do I planted them in the spring. The three bushes is the front are as healthy as when we planted them
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Downtoearthdigs on
July 24, 2017A.Newly planted shrubs need regular watering in the first year to help them become established.
Use the article blow to verify the planting and growing conditions.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/spirea/growing-spirea-shrubs.htm
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evellusion on
August 3, 2017
84117Q.Goldmound spirea
I planted two nice bright yellowy Goldmound Spireas among other varieties of Spirea to give a shot of the cheery color. Within a few weeks, they both were darker green than all the other varieties. They get 8-10 hours of sunshine. They are otherwise nice and healthy. I'm an artist and have designed my flower garden as carefully as I would a painting so I'm a little disappointed. No smart phone, so no pictures to send. Evelyn Miller
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Downtoearthdigs on
August 12, 2017A.Color change is normal in this variety.
Vibrant golden spring foliage, accented by clusters of pink flowers, cools to a yellowish green in summer then a rich, yellowish orange in fall.
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Anonymous on
August 22, 2017Q.spirea bushes
Have 4 small spirea bushes planted in front of my house. They draw a large amount of flies. Can you tell me if this is normal or why this might happen?
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Downtoearthdigs on
August 22, 2017A.Fortunately this is normal. The flies you are seeing are probably syrphid flies, also called flower flies. These are important pollinators of many plants, including spirea, and so they are actually beneficial to the plants.
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Anonymous on
September 8, 2017Q.Spirea shrubs
When is the best time to prune summer blooming spireas, and how much can be trimmed off? Thank you.
Answered by
BushDoctor on
September 9, 2017
Certified ExpertA.You should prune in winter or early spring. Consult this article here: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/spirea/growing-spirea-shrubs.htm
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September 9, 2017Q.Fall trimming of spirea bush
My spirea blooms in the spring and after trimming blooms again in the summer. Can I trim it back again in September?
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
September 10, 2017
Certified ExpertA.Yes, it is advised to trim again in winter. Here is an article that will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/spirea/growing-spirea-shrubs.htm
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