Cape Chestnut flowering?? (forum)
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Jaime starts with ...
Hi
I have some young Cape Chestnut trees (6) that I have been growing from seed, they are about 5 years old now and going quite well (for being in pots). They were recently planted, but in the move have dropped all their leaves. We are just getting into Autumn now and they do seem to be sprouting new growth, but I was wondering if there is anything I can do to make sure I get the most out of them in the upcoming spring, possibly even some flowers!?.
I have an older one that has only flowered once about 5 years ago. Is there anything I can do to help it start flowering again, its in a 30ltr pot still, but was the runt of the stock. Also my leaves are a light green, not the dark rich green that appears on all the pictures on the net. Is it lacking something perhaps?
I can send pictures if you would like, I am obsessed with these beautiful trees and any advice is much appreciated.
Thanks,
Jaime
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Time: 2nd May 2012 2:25pm
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Phil@Tyalgum says...
You may find a bit of weak seaweed solution watered in now will give them a boost as it helps them recover from transplant shock. I'd probably wait until there is more evident strong growth before adding anything substantial to correct the pale colored leaves. Maybe in late winter or early spring you could sprinkle some epsom salts around them to green up the leaves and then if you think they are up to it, a bit of ash from the fire or sulphate of potash from the hardward store may encourage some flowers, but don't force them this season, they would probably do better to get their roots down first especially seeing the West seems to be drying out a bit these days.
Time: 5th May 2012 11:00am
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