Contents
- Learn the secret way to reanimate brown bushes.
- Find out why the order of activities is a matter of “to be or not to be” for plants.
- See how to restore the attractive appearance of your garden at a low cost.
- Give your thujas express biological regeneration.
If your thujas look like they’ve gone through a serious crisis after winter, don’t worry – you’re not alone. Red and brown spots instead of lush green are a sight that can spoil the mood of any perfectionist. Is it a disease or is it the final end? Experts calm emotions. In most cases, we are dealing with the so-called physiological drought. This is nothing more than the effect of difficult winter conditions – frosty wind and sun pulled water from the needles, and the frozen soil did not allow it to be replenished. In addition, there is a lack of magnesium, which is the end for the plants loss of intense color.
Do this before watering
Before you panic and grab the garden hose, you need to know one detail that changes everything. The key to success is magnesium sulfate, more commonly known as Epsom salt, or specialized magnesium fertilizer. It is this element that works like a magical elixir that restores greenness. The rule is simple but absolute: spread the preparation evenly on the soil under the roots. We don’t pour it on needles! Precision counts here. Only when this “magic powder” is on the ground, you can water the plants abundantly.
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Why does it work?
Why is this order so important? It’s simple. If you water the soil first, the water will escape into the soil without valuable nutrients. However, once the fertilizer is waiting in the soil, the water will act as a private transport, delivering minerals straight to the hungry roots. This is a real game-changer in garden care. Thanks to this treatment, the regeneration process starts from the hoof and visible improvement is visible after 2-3 weeks.
Thuja – tips
Once you take care of your nutrition, it’s time for a little cosmetics. Gently remove the parts of the shoots that are the most damaged and dry. However, remember about moderation – do not cut too deep, because thujas do not like it. In the following weeks, regular watering is an absolute must, especially if spring does not spoil with rain. It is also worth thinking about mulching with bark will retain moisture for longer.
When does hope die?
Is it always possible to save the situation? Unfortunately, sometimes winter can be merciless. If, after breaking the shoot, you see that it is dry and brown all the way to the center, it may mean a serious frost. However, even in such a dramatic situation, it is worth keeping cool and giving the plant some time. Thujas can surprise and bounce away from healthy partsas soon as they feel the spring aura.
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