By Robin from Washington, IA
I planted a Gold Nugget Loquat tree two years ago. It is growing at an extremely slow rate, much less than the dwarf naval orange tree next to it. The trunk remains very thin. I have to use strings and sticks to support and keep it upright. What is going on? Any suggestions are greatly appreciated.
Hardiness Zone: 9a
By x yang from San Mateo, CA
A month after planting, spread 1/4 lb (113 g) per tree of a young-tree fertilizer, such as 6-6-6 (6 % nitrogen 6% phosphate 6%potassium) with minor elements. Twenty to 30% of the nitrogen should come from organic sources (Table 3). Repeat this every 8 weeks for the first year.
I just planted a loquat tree which is 11 feet tall with a 5 inch trunk.
I water it daily, but I'm losing leaves at about 40 per day. Is this common or should I be watering more?
By Jim B