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PostPosted: Tue Jun 28, 2011 9:14 am 
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I am having problems with a newly planted rhododendron - the leaves have brown on the edges and are dropping off. I did not know about the "Dirt Doctor" until recently and did not soak the root ball properly before planting and then we moved it around a bit after that too. I'm assuming it is some kind of fungus. We live in Missouri and had a good amount of rain this spring and more recently. I watered it when there wasn't rain and don't know if I watered too much or not enough. I sprayed it with baking soda fungicide and drenched it with cornmeal juice and Thrive last week. I just ordered some Bio-Wash Plant Wash hoping that will help. Just wondering if anyone has any experience or suggestions? Thanks.


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How often are you watering? I would soak the rootball 2x a week only and give it fertilizer 1x a month. Do not keep it soaking wet. You may be overwatering.

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PostPosted: Wed Jun 29, 2011 12:49 pm 
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I haven't been watering it lately because we have a lot of rain here in St. Louis. I will try your suggestions - thanks!!


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