Question From:
Geoff in Somerton Pk, Adelaide SA
Nature of problem:
Small brown spots on leaves
Type of Plant (if known):
Camellia
Symptoms of Plant Illness (please try NOT to diagnose your problems yourself):
Small round brawn spotting. On leaves
Soil Type (e.g. sandy, clay or loam) OR Potting Mix Type:
Sandy
How often do you water the plant:
3 times per week in Summer
How many hours of sunlight does the plant get each day:
3/4 hours
What type of plant is it:
Camellia
How long since you planted it:
2 years
Have you fertilised? If so, with what and when:
Azalea and camellia feed
Is the plant indoors or outdoors:
Yes
Is the plant in a pot or in the ground:
Ground
What other treatments have you given the plant:
Nil
Upload photo if available:
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Other Comments:
Answer: Hi Geoff, Your camellia is not happy at all. Camellias do not like Adelaide much. Please take your photo and some crook leaves out Newman’s nursery in 1361 North East Rd, Tea Tree Gully. They will sort it out for you. It’s a pleasant drive and the Cafe is nice for lunch. Don
