Conor Sipe wrote:
Hi everyone,
I'm experiencing a problem with my bougainvillea, and was hoping somebody
could help. As soon as I think I've found a plant that I can grow with no
problem, something happens...sheez!

Another reason why patience is a virtue in this sport. It happens to
all of us. I _assume_ that this isn't your ONLY plant. ?


The leaves (which were looking a healthy dark green when they burst forth
from their buds) have begun to turn a silvery color. At first I thought it
was a coating on the outside of the leaves, but it is definitely the leaves
themselves. Is this a case of run-of-the-mill chlorosis or something more
serious? If just chlorosis should I treat with Epsom or...? Not sure if
this is of any consequence, but about a week ago, I moved the plant outside
to a shady porch (that gets morning sun) to begin adapting it to outside
sun.


Silvery? Are the leaves changing texture? Limp? Crisp? Other?

Have you had any nights below freezing since you put it out?

MOST bougie problems (my experience) have to do with watering or
chlorosis, but chlorosis is yellow leaves with green veins, and use of a
acidy, balanced fertilizer will/should take care of it.

Jim Lewis - - This economy is a wholly owned
subsidiary of the environment. - Gaylord Nelson

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