A first warning sign - discolored leaves
Before the holly sheds its leaves, its leaves turn yellow. Ideally, you react now and thus prevent worse. Usually a lack or an excess of moisture is the reason for the yellow or brown leaves. The Ilex does not tolerate waterlogging or prolonged dry periods really well.
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So check the ground. If it is wet, you should not water your holly for a while or less. If, on the other hand, the soil is dry, then pour the ilex thoroughly. You may also shower the leaves of the plant with water.
Leaf discoloration in spring
If the phenomenon of discolored leaves occurs in spring, then the hardy holly was probably not watered enough in the previous winter. Like all evergreen shrubs, the ilex needs a lot of moisture in winter and should be watered on frost-free days. Even if your Ilex now loses a few leaves, you should try to rescue it with extensive watering.
Prevention through the right choice of location
The more comfortable the holly feels in its location, the better it will grow and thrive. A low-lime soil with slight moisture but without waterlogging is advantageous. The holly also likes sun, but not necessarily the blazing unprotected midday sun. Then its light shade is more pleasant, even if it then probably grows a little more slowly.
The essentials in brief:
- before they fall off, the leaves usually change color
- common cause: incorrect watering
- the faster the reaction, the greater the success
- Prevention: Avoid waterlogging, sufficient watering, light location
- water also in winter (on frost-free days)
Tips
Wherever the holly grows, it can usually be grown in the garden without any problems. In other areas, a determination of the pH value and a possible revaluation of the soil helps to find the ideal location.
