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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    November 10, 2015
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    Do to the fact that there is likely some use of insecticides and fungicides used in most greenhouse production, I would recommend washing and drying the Bay Leaf before drying.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/bay/sweet-bay-leaf-tree.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    February 20, 2016
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    Downtoearthdigs on
    April 28, 2016
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    In my research I found that this is a very common issue with Sweet Bay Leaf Trees.
    The trunks are weak and they are likely to suffer damage from wind and weather.
    Also the trunks will swell from too much water and then split.

    Generally wrapping a tree is not recommended. Bark damage is best to heal with no covering.

    In the case of a Sweet Bay Tree, they will continue to suffer damage with the environmental conditions.

    Growing in a container can lead to more success. In the ground the tree should be planting in an area sheltered from wind.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/bay/sweet-bay-leaf-tree.htm

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  • Answered by
    Alisma on
    August 5, 2016
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    There is a leaf roller caterpillar that may attack bay laurel, and you would see rolled up leaves with a caterpillar inside. Mammals typically avoid eating bay laurel but it is possible that they could nibble it if there is no other food available.

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  • Answered by
    Alisma on
    February 13, 2017
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    Watering problems are a common cause of death in container plants. Indoors, overwatering is more often a problem, while underwatering is often a problem outdoors.

    Feel the soil before you water to make sure it is somewhat dry, but not bone-dry. You can tell if you are underwatering because the leaves will appear wilted, but will perk up after you water them. Overwatered plants may appear wilted too, but water won't make them perk up.

    Make sure the soil is well-drained, there are enough drainage holes in the bottom of the pot, and the pot does not sit in water in a basin. If you keep the pot in a basin, any drained water should be emptied out promptly.

    Make sure you are providing the tree with the general conditions it needs:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/bay/sweet-bay-leaf-tree.htm

    Also make sure the pot is not too large (creates a risk of overwatering) or too small (risk of underwatering) for the plant's size.

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    March 6, 2017
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    It can often be too warm and dry indoors for Sweet Bay Plants. They can tolerate some cold, even to just above freezing, but should be indoors if the weather is below zero or you live in a cold climate.
    Water less in winter and keep the plant in a cool but very sunny location.
    You can try setting on a tray of pebbles and water to increase humidity. Misting is not recommended.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/bay/sweet-bay-leaf-tree.htm

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  • Answered by
    DLarum on
    July 3, 2017
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