The garden azalea ideally has plump foliage and bears countless colorful flowers in spring. But things can also turn out completely differently. It can dry out. This usually happens so unexpectedly that the owner can only watch in disbelief. But action is called for!
Why does a garden azalea dry up?
A garden azalea dries up because itssoil is dryorwaterlogginghas damaged its roots. Diseases and pests can also be long-term causes. Always keep the soil evenly moist, even in winter. FightDiseasesandPests early.
What are the reasons why a garden azalea dries up?
As an extremely shallow rooter, the garden azalea can only draw water from the top layer of soil. It is possible that thesoil is too dryBut the azalea can also dry out if there is an excess of water, becausewaterloggingcauses its roots to rot. In winter, frozen soil prevents water absorption. Even uncontrolleddiseases and pests can cause an azalea to dry out at some point.
What should I do with the dried up azalea?
If the soil is dry,carecut the plant immediatelywaterDriedbranches you off. But at the same time you also have to check why it dried out in the first place. Take appropriate measures to prevent the garden azalea from drying out further or from drying out again at a later date. A completely dry azalea can only be thrown away.
How do I know if a garden azalea is suffering from water deficiency?
The azalea's water supply is at risk as soon as the soil in the root area dries out. When the plant rolls up itsleaves, it already has an acute water problem.
How do I water the garden azalea sufficiently?
You should try to keep thesoil moist at all times Water immediately as soon as the top layer of soil begins to dry out. The location may be too sunny for your variety. It can help here to mulch the root area or move the azalea. In winter you should water on warm, frost-free days.
How do I avoid rotting roots caused by waterlogging?
It is better to water more oftenwith smaller amountsso that there is no waterlogging. If the azalea grows in a depression or there is no drainage layer under its roots, the moisture problem is difficult to get under control. You can either give the azalea a dailydrainage or transplant it.
How do I know if the azalea is drying up because of a disease?
Before an azalea dries up as a result of a disease or pest infestation, it showsvisible symptoms of disease. For example:
- Leaf spots
- yellow or brown leaves
- withered leaves
If you notice such symptoms on your azalea, you should take action immediately.
Tip
Water young garden azaleas regularly in their first year
A freshly planted azalea must first root through the soil in the first year. Until then, you should water it regularly so that it doesn't dry out.
