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Q.Very Sad Looking Pittosporum Eugenioides

Zone Kent UK | Anonymous added on May 1, 2024 | Answered

Plant been in the garden for approx 6 years and thrived. This spring mostly alive but some dead and drooping leaves and not many new shoots, what if any feed can I give it?

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GKH_Susan
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Answered on May 2, 2024

Has the light changed? It prefers well draining soil in part shade. You can give it a general tree and shrub fertilizer during the spring and summer. Follow the directions on the fertilizer. Check the leaves for aphids or psyllids, which can be controlled with neem oil or insecticidal soap.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/getting-rid-of-psyllids.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/homemade-aphid-control.htm

You might consider propagating it from semi-hardwood cuttings or seed in case you lose it.

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