If the leaves of the lilac curl up, this is a clear sign that the shrub is not doing well. You can find out why this is the case and how you can help the ornamental shrub to develop he althy foliage again in this guide.
Why do lilac leaves curl up?
It is almost alwaysnutrient deficiency.persistent drought,too much water, awrong location or soil that is too compacted, which inhibits root formation, are also possible causes.
How do I prevent leaves from curling due to a lack of nutrients?
If you have not fertilized the lilac for a long period of time, provide the shrub with arose fertilizer as animmediate measureto prevent the leaves from curling.
- Liquid fertilizer is ideal, which you add to the irrigation water according to the instructions on the package.
- With granules, administer the fertilizer according to the dosage instructions. Then water the lilac thoroughly.
If the problem persists, a soil analysis is recommended. You can use the result to specifically compensate for any nutrient deficiency.
Why does dryness or wetness cause curled leaves?
During longer dry periods, the lilac tries toevaporationvia theleavestominimize and roll this up. If the roots are damaged by waterlogging or the s alt content of the soil is too high, the foliage is no longer supplied with sufficient water and also curls up.
- Water the lilac regularly when it is dry. To save water, use buckets placed in the root area with holes drilled in the bottom.
- If overwatering, water a little more sparingly.
Why does compacted soil cause curled lilac leaves?
If the soil around the lilac is heavily compacted, theroots cannot develop properly. Deficiency symptoms occur, which manifest themselves in curled leaves.
- First try to carefully loosen the soil in the root area. However, be careful not to damage the roots of the lilac.
- You can rent a compressed air lance in many hardware stores. This is pierced into the ground at various points, where it loosens the ground using compressed air.
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Incorrect location as a cause of growth disorders
The lilac loves sunny to partially shaded locations that are somewhat sheltered from the wind. The ornamental shrub reacts sensitively to a lack of light, it then grows more poorly and sets fewer buds. In this case, the only solution is to move the ornamental shrub to a more suitable location.
