Question From:
in Blackburn Sth, Blackburn Sth Victoria
Nature of problem:
Leggy with yellow leaves and no winter buds
Type of Plant (if known):
Daphne Odora (I think)
Symptoms of Plant Illness (please try NOT to diagnose your problems yourself):
leggy with yellow leaves and no winter buds
Soil Type (e.g. sandy, clay or loam) OR Potting Mix Type:
Potting Mix (Organic)
How often do you water the plant:
Most days in summer, once or twice a week in cooler times if there has been no rain
How many hours of sunlight does the plant get each day:
Around 5-6 – afternoon shade
How long since you planted it:
3 years
Have you fertilised? If so, with what and when:
Seasol – 2 months ago
Is the plant indoors or outdoors:
outdoors
Is the plant in a pot or in the ground:
Pot
What other treatments have you given the plant:
None
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Other Comments:
Not sure if it is in the right position, over or under watered?
Also just transplanted a Japanese Maple to a sunnier position, how often does it need watering for the first few months in winter?
Answer:
Hi Barb, I would buy a new one. Daphnes are touchy little plants and yours is not going to survive. It probably has root rot and other problems.
Daphnes need an azalea or camellia potting mix and they prefer partial shade. IE shade from burning midday sun. Your pot is too small, go for a 60cm diam one. Good luck, Don
