About Edward Gulliksen Expertise I can help to diagnose any Tree and Shrub related problem, whether it be a disease or insect infestation.
Experience I am an ISA Certified Arborist, Consulting Arborist and a licensed NYS Pesticide Applicator.
Organizations I am Vice President of the Professional Certified Applicators of Long Island as well as a member of the New York State Arboricultural Association and the Long Island Arboricultural Association.
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Question THESE BUSHES ARE PLANTED CLOSE TO A BLOCK BUILDING (2FT)AND THEY LOSE THEIR LEAVES EVERY YEAR ABOUT JULY. WE HAVE WATERED THEM AND PUT MIRACLE GROW (ACID) THIS YEAR AND THEY FELL OFF THE SAME. THE SOIL IS YELLOW CLAY, BUT HAS BEEN AMENDED. WE WOULD LIKE TO KNOW THE PROPER FERTILIZER AND HOW TO PREVENT THE LEAVES FROM FALLING OFF.
Answer John,
I think that the problem may be the heat from the building that is causing the euoymus to drop it's leaves early. Reflected heat from a brick or stone building can send plants into stress and lead to early leaf drop and insect problems.
I would recommend painting the building a non reflective color to cut down on the reflected heat. The fertilizer that you are using will continue to help, so there is no need to change. Maintain good watering practices.
