Garden Answers (UK)

Q Why are some camellia leaves discoloure­d?

- TONY GLOVER, BY EMAIL

AAn eastfacing spot is not the best for camellias – when buds become frosted the early morning sun can damage the flowers. However, this leaf discoloura­tion is probably caused by a watering problem or a lack of nutrients. Make sure the soil is moist but never waterlogge­d and apply a feed rich in trace elements, such as seaweed fertiliser, in spring. Also bear in mind these could just be dying older leaves.

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