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Hawthorn care requirements
water
Drought-tolerant once established; water regularly during first growing season, then minimal supplemental watering needed.
soil
Tolerates poor, well-drained soils; adaptable to clay, loam, and sandy conditions; pH 6.0–8.0.
light
Full sun to partial shade; performs well in most light conditions.
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Hawthorn
- fiber_manual_recordCircular brown or black spots
- fiber_manual_recordYellow halos around spots
- fiber_manual_recordPremature defoliation
help
Common causes in Hawthorn
Multiple fungal and bacterial pathogens. Favoured by wet foliage and warm temperatures.
healing
How to treat leaf spot in Hawthorn
Remove affected leaves. Apply appropriate fungicide or bactericide.
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Preventing leaf spot in Hawthorn
Water at soil level. Improve air circulation. Practise crop rotation.