A magnolia is a very special plant - no wonder you don't want to give up this beautiful tree without a fight. In this article you will find out when you have a good chance of saving your magnolia and how best to go about it.
How to save a magnolia?
To save a magnolia, first check the bark for green. If this is the case, measures such as pruning, treatment of fungal infestation, site optimization or improved care can help the plant recover.
Can the magnolia still be saved?
In most cases you can still save your magnolia. There are only a few situations in which a rescue attempt usually fails:
- The magnolia no longer has he althy roots.
- The magnolia suffers from a severe fungal infestation that cannot be treated effectively and also endangers other plants nearby.
To check whether your magnolia can be saved, it is best to do the following test:Carefully scratch the bark. If green appears, the chances are good that the plant will survive.
How do I save my magnolia?
To save your magnolia, you should provide it with the best possible conditions for it to recover. Whichmeasuresare recommended depends on thespecific problem.
- Root loss after transplanting? Cut back magnolia a little.
- Slight fungal infestation, perhaps mildew? Remove affected plant parts and treat the disease with suitable, environmentally friendly fungicides (€11.00 on Amazon).
- Inappropriate location? Improve local conditions or transplant the magnolia carefully.
- Care mistakes? Optimize care (e.g. fertilize at the right time, water less/more, etc.)
Tip
Important: Only initiate the rescue of the magnolia after the cause has been clarified
If you want to save your magnolia, you should first know exactly what is missing from it. There is no point in taking random actions just for the sake of doing something. In short: first find out why your magnolia is doing poorly and then act appropriately.
