my bush as one pink flower but the leaves at the bottom and side have gone. thank you anyone
2007-03-13 05:14:03 · 4 answers · asked by blue grass 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Other - Home & Garden
Camila's are naturally at home in a woodland setting, like the rhododendron they like lots of fibrous compost like leaf mould around the base and they don't like drying out
2007-03-13 06:05:07 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most has been said,
keep moist but do not over water
nice sunny place out of strong winds
feed regularlly, 'check with shops for best food' even when not in flower, it's what you do after flowering that helps for next set of blooms
Find that 10/15mm pebble on top of soil works better than bark chippings
2007-03-14 05:28:24 · answer #2 · answered by peter_electro 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They are very temperamental. Maybe too much wind catching the bush, too dry or needs some mulching and feeding. Mine looks as sick as a dog this year which I blame on the ridiculous hot/cold weather spells.
2007-03-13 12:18:58 · answer #3 · answered by SYJ 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with first answer - they do not fare well in exposed conditions. If it's in a pot, move to a sheltered area if possible. Otherwise, consider putting up some form of structure to protect it. They also benefit from occasional applications of iron sulphate and ericaceous compost.
Hope this helps x
2007-03-13 12:37:43 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋