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juniper spiral topiary

holly1-gardener

19 years ago

Hi, I have a spiral topiary in a large ceramic pot which sits directly on two brick blocks for good drainage. The pot faces the south side of my home so it gets lots of sun exposure. I have noticed several of the branches are yellow and some have started to droop. What should I look for: fertilizer like iron celate or pests?

Sincerely, Cynthia

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ianna
19 years ago
Cynthia, I hope I'm not too late in responding. Looks like it lacks consistent watering. Potted plants require more frequent watering. If it is stressed by prolonged periods of no watering, I wouldn't fertilize. Fertilizing can in fact burn the roots of the plant.

Ianna
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