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.
Publications I write for Long Island.com as the Horticultural Expert.
Question My recently transplanted snowball bush has developed a black edge around most of it's leaves. I live in Maryland and we have had very hot dry conditions - I water at least twice a week - slow watering for about twenty minutes. Suggestions for proper care please. Thank you so much!
Answer Mary,
The black edges are from drought stress. You need to water the plant for 20 min. every day during the summer if it was recently transplanted. Put down a little organic fertilizer to help strengthen the plant and encourage new root growth.
