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Holly care requirements
water
Moderate water; keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged during growing season
soil
Fertile, well-draining soil; prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH
light
Full sun to partial shade; produces more berries in full sun but tolerates shade
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Holly
- fiber_manual_recordCircular brown or black spots
- fiber_manual_recordYellow halos around spots
- fiber_manual_recordPremature defoliation
help
Common causes in Holly
Multiple fungal and bacterial pathogens. Favoured by wet foliage and warm temperatures.
healing
How to treat leaf spot in Holly
Remove affected leaves. Apply appropriate fungicide or bactericide.
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Preventing leaf spot in Holly
Water at soil level. Improve air circulation. Practise crop rotation.