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Bay Tree care requirements
water
Moderate water during growing season; reduce in winter; avoid waterlogging
soil
Well-draining soil; tolerates poor soils and is not fussy about fertility
light
Full sun to partial shade; best foliage color and flavor in full sun
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Bay Tree
- fiber_manual_recordBrown, mushy roots
- fiber_manual_recordWilting despite moist soil
- fiber_manual_recordYellowing leaves
- fiber_manual_recordFoul odour
help
Common causes in Bay Tree
Caused by Pythium, Phytophthora, or Fusarium species in waterlogged conditions.
healing
How to treat root rot in Bay Tree
Remove plant, trim rotted roots, treat with hydrogen peroxide, repot in fresh well-draining soil.
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Preventing root rot in Bay Tree
Never overwater. Ensure drainage. Avoid compacted soil.