I have a fuschia and an angel's trumpet that aren't doing so hot. I guess I should mention that I have a balck thumb. The fuschia is losing all of it's leaves and getting a little crispy. I have it hanging in partial sun and water it frequently as well as spritz it in the eveing with a spray bottle. The angel's trumpet is doing a little better, but it;s leaves are starting to yellow, and I'm not sure what's wrong with it. It's about 2 ft. high now and has never bloomed. Can anyone give me some advice or should I stick to cacti?
2006-08-02 10:31:00 · 17 answers · asked by court 3 in Home & Garden ➔ Garden & Landscape
Maybe the roots dont have enough room, have you upgraded to bigger pots since the plants have grown?
2006-08-02 10:34:07 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try transferring them to a bigger pot they may have what is called,
"root rot"... I had a fern that just wouldn't grow But once I transferred it did fine.. Also since it is so hot try keeping them, If possible, in the shade during the hottest part of the day.. Let them get the morning and late, late afternoon sun, might help to kept the leaves from burning.. Also use Miracle Grow it really does help..
Like you I also have somewhat of a "Black Thumb".. until about 2 years ago.. don't know what changed but something did so don't give up you might just have a "Green Thumb" someday!!
2006-08-02 10:41:12 · answer #2 · answered by DeeDee 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Only water outside plants before 10 am and after 4 pm, otherwise the leaves get burned off from the reflection of the water droplets.
Try giving it some food. Osmocote is a good one, little time released pellets,it lasts 4 months. Shulz is another good one, you mix with water. Use as directed. Good luck
2006-08-02 10:40:37 · answer #3 · answered by metrobluequeen1 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like you are over-watering and underfeeding them. Solution: make sure they have a tray under each plant container where the water can pool after watering them. Do not water until that tray is dry. Also, you should give them some Miracle Grow every month so that they get some food. Good luck!
2006-08-02 10:36:06 · answer #4 · answered by Professor 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
you need to transplant them into larger pots with fresh potting soil. Don't water too much, plants only need to be watered three times a week. When you water, only pour water in until you barely see it seeping from underneath the pot. Try to keep them out of the direct sun. Hope this helps
2006-08-02 10:38:29 · answer #5 · answered by Amy A 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Move them both to a new location out of the sun and keep them evenly moist (don't let them dry out). Don't fertilize or do ANYTHING until they have stopped wilting and are turgid again.
If they are root-bound (roots encircling the pot) them move them up to a bigger container with quality potting soil.
Good luck!
2006-08-02 13:36:51 · answer #6 · answered by Dan S 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Fuchsia sounds like it is dead! Maybe you overwatered it, and sprayed it when the Sun was still hot? This would account for the ceispy leaves.
2006-08-02 10:36:07 · answer #7 · answered by Trevor h 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
to much water will kill your plants to often let plant dry out and water thoroughly till water runs out of bottom do not let them sit in water do not spray them it sounds like your roots are rotting because of to much water also miricile grow id throw both out and start over easy on the water good luck
2006-08-02 10:38:33 · answer #8 · answered by squawwitoutamule 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like they may be one of many things...
rootbound
starving
thirsty
over watered
too much sun
too little sun
Ask your local nursery since it's hard to judge since we don't know where you are.
2006-08-02 11:15:18 · answer #9 · answered by Tracie M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
"Water it frequently" Maybe you are over watering it. Check to see if the compost is not waterlogged. It is a common fault.
2006-08-02 10:37:06 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋