Causes of falling camellia leaves. Prevention and control measures for falling camellia leaves With the arrival of spring, camellia has gradually entered its peak flowering period. Many camellia lovers have found that their camellia leaves have begun to fall in large quantities, which not only affects the ornamental value of camellia, but also causes trouble for maintenance. This article will explain the reasons for falling camellia leaves and prevention measures, and help you take good care of your camellia. Reasons for falling camellia leaves 1. Invasion of pests and diseases One of the major reasons for falling camellia leaves is the invasion of pests and diseases. Common pests and diseases include tea cake disease, tea anthracnose, tea powdery mildew, tea aphids, etc. These pests and diseases will damage camellia leaves, causing the leaves to turn yellow, dry, and even the entire leaf to fall.
2. Improper maintenance and falling of camellia leaves may also be related to improper maintenance. The following are some common reasons for improper maintenance: (1) Improper watering: Too much or too little watering will cause camellia leaves to fall. Too much watering will lead to hypoxia in the roots. If too little watering will cause camellia leaves to lack water, which will cause the leaves to fall.
(2) Improper fertilization: Excessive fertilization or uneven fertilization will cause camellia leaves to fall, excessive fertilization will cause camellia root systems to be damaged, and uneven fertilization will cause camellia to lack certain nutrients.
(3) Insufficient light: Camellia flowers need enough sunlight. Insufficient light will cause Camellia to grow slowly, its leaves turn yellow, or even fall.
(4) Uncomfortable temperature: The suitable temperature for camellia growth is 15℃-25 ℃. Too high or too low temperature will cause camellia leaves to fall. Prevention and control measures for falling camellia leaves 1. Prevention of pests and diseases (1) Regularly inspect camellia and take timely measures when pests and diseases are discovered, such as cutting off diseased leaves and branches, spraying pesticides, etc.
(2) Strengthen ventilation, maintain air circulation, and reduce the probability of pests and diseases.
2. Optimize maintenance measures (1) Reasonable watering: Water at the right time according to the growth habits of camellia to keep the soil moist but not wet.
(2) Scientific fertilization: Reasonably fertilize according to the growth stage and needs of camellia to ensure balanced nutrition.
(3) Adequate light: Place the camellia in a sunny place and ensure at least 4-6 hours of direct light every day.
(4) Suitable temperature: Keep camellia growing within a suitable temperature range and avoid too high or too low temperatures.
3. Other measures (1) Pruning: Regularly prune camellia to remove sick and weak branches and excessively dense branches to promote the growth of camellia.
(2) Changing pots: Change pots every 2-3 years to facilitate the growth of camellia.
The reasons for the falling leaves of camellia and the prevention and control measures have been explained for you. As long as you master the correct maintenance methods, you believe that your camellia will grow vigorously and bloom beautiful flowers.