Don’s Expert Answers: brown leaves on one little gem magnolia others planted in same soil this sick one is located at end of a row

Question From:
in mornington, melbourne Victoria

Nature of problem:
brown leaves on one little gem magnolia others planted in same soil this sick one is located at end of a row

Type of Plant (if known):
little gem magnolia

Symptoms of Plant Illness (please try NOT to diagnose your problems yourself):
plant is still alive but leaves have turned brown and falling off

Soil Type (e.g. sandy, clay or loam) OR Potting Mix Type:
sandy loam

How often do you water the plant:
as required …do the finger test

How many hours of sunlight does the plant get each day:
8 hours

How long since you planted it:
4 years

Have you fertilised? If so, with what and when:
a couple of weeks back with charlie carp and eco hydrate

Is the plant indoors or outdoors:
outdoors

Is the plant in a pot or in the ground:
in ground

What other treatments have you given the plant:
none

Upload photo if available:

Other Comments:
I have 13 other trees that appear to be ok that are planted in the same location along a fence line this is at the end of the row it is well drained and was going gang busters as with the others

Answer:
Not enough info to be able to help you Gary. A photo would have helped a lot. Dig a hole near the trunk to see if it is dry or wet. If dry, use a soil wetting agent. If wet look for a source of the water and divert it if possible. If nothing turns up, buy a replacement plant. Don