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Discolouration

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I planted this tree according to instructions last autumn. The leaves that have emerged so far are green with a yellow tinge at the tip of the leaf. Will this correct itself as it grows or do I have to do something like feed or is it wrong soil type? (of which I have no idea). it has already flowered (3), these had a brown tinge at the edging also. I water regularly.
Posted: Sunday 29th of May 2011 03:41 PM

  • Re: Discolouration

    Kathy N
    Hi, Shell,
    Does the environment in which it is growing match the information on the Cornus kousa var. chinensis page here on Shoot? If so, then sunlight/soil conditions are not the issue. Even though it was planted in autumn, it is still considered a new planting (it takes plants quite some time to establish) and it could simply be that. At this point, it is okay to give it a good feed/mulch. That might just do the trick. I was just wondered how often you water? Not sure where you live, but at this point, if where you live gets fairly regular rainfall, you can stop supplemental watering (unless, of course, it is in a container). I am surprised yours flowered already - usually doesn't happen until summer - has it been unseasonably warm where you are?
    Kathy C
    Replied: Wednesday 1st of June 2011 05:59 PM

    • Re: Re: Discolouration

      Shoot User
      Hi Kathy,

      Thank you for that, I think it is in a suitable spot from the information given. The weather has been dry and warm for this time of year ( south Bucks). I can't really say I know how much to water it? It is not in a container.
      I was surprised to see it flower this early (late April/May), there where 3 flowers, same as those pictured. Would this be down to the weather also?
      Shell
      Replied: Friday 3rd of June 2011 09:07 AM
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