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leaf-scorch on laurel hedge
I have a laurel hadge in which some plants and sections have lost most of
their leaves, and the leaves that are remaining are have scorched tips and edges and the leaves are crinkly and yellow. I have tried digging out the worst effected plants and planting new plants but some of these have developed the same effect. Is this due to poorish soil or perhaps something eating the roots? |
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leaf-scorch on laurel hedge
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I guess you're talking about the most commonly found cherry laurel? It's likely the leaf droping is caused by hard frosts, if you've had any yet? Also, it grows well in acid soil, and nicely in fairly neutral soil like mine, but it will fail in very chalky soil and grow badly in slight chalk. If you have chalk soil, consider another plant or growing it in a pot. |
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leaf-scorch on laurel hedge
"Bry" wrote in message s.com... I guess you're talking about the most commonly found cherry laurel? It is Prunus Laurus Rotundifollia - not sure what that is. It's likely the leaf droping is caused by hard frosts, if you've had any yet? The leaves get scorched then crinkle then finally fall off. No frosts - I livein south of France. There's plenty of water. Also, it grows well in acid soil, and nicely in fairly neutral soil like mine, but it will fail in very chalky soil and grow badly in slight chalk. The soil is not acid, but neither is it chalky. Most of the hedge is thriving just odd patches seem not to do so well. |
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leaf-scorch on laurel hedge
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However, I'm fairly confident that next spring they'll grow fresh leaves and be ok. Bry BTW: I find laurel leaves are great for festive decorations in the house as they last well and look good. |
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