Don’s Expert Answers: leaves are dry mid way through to tip of leaf

Question From: 
Tino in  Macleod,  Melbourne VIC

 

Nature of problem: 
leaves are dry mid way through to tip of leaf

 

Type of Plant (if known): 
Crepe myrtle

 

Symptoms of Plant Illness (please try NOT to diagnose your problems yourself): 
Unknown

 

Soil Type (e.g. sandy, clay or loam) OR Potting Mix Type: 
Sandy loam mixed with high organic soil

 

How often do you water the plant:
Every 3 days

 

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

 

What type of plant is it:
Crepe myrtle

 

How long since you planted it:
Approx 8 weeks ago

 

Have you fertilised? If so, with what and when:
Yes – a handful of dynamic lifter when planted

 

Is the plant indoors or outdoors: 
Outdoors

 

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

 

What other treatments have you given the plant: 
None

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Answer:Hi Tino,  Get some Seasol Super Soil Wetter and apply it as instructed.Water the plant once aweek for 20 minutes with a sprinkler.  Don