How to save my magnolia fairy?

[ziggy]

 

 

 

Hi guys, I’ve planted several magnolia fairy anfew years ago, but it seems that they are dying now, would you please help me to identify the issues with them? Thanks a lot

[Jewelleryrescue]

Hi  @ziggy 

I can't  see any insect damage.

How hot is it at your place it could be as simple as sun scorch  (Mine have  some scorch leaves too) and the leaves will regrow cooler months Consider shading them with some shade cloth they tend to do better with morning sun  and shaded after noons

The  ever  present fungicldes  so use some copper based fungicidal

As a plan B

Hope this helps

[ziggy]

Thank you so much for your reply.

yep I am in Melbourne where the weather is  realy hot recently. I would water them and wait for the cooler weather:)

do appreciate for help

[Jewelleryrescue]

Hi @ziggy 

Yes  Melbourne  the only city with 4 seasons in one day    my  grandparents'  lived out tempelstoe way in Apple orchard before the acres went to expensive  houses and blocks. Always  good to visit from ACT

I only repeat this because you care for your plants to

Until your Magnolias they get to double or triple that size AS the root zone also expands deeper too.  I would use some inexpensive shade cloth (old bed sheet in the garden bed)  and two or three tomato a stakes and just shield it from the hottest heat source during summer.

Water the roots not the leaves in the evenings to help avoid fungal infections.

[MitchellMc]

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community @ziggy. It's terrific to have you join us, and many thanks for your question about magnolia care.

@Jewelleryrescue has provided a very helpful response, and it does look like your Magnolia Fairy plants might be suffering from leaf scorch, especially with the recent heat in Melbourne. Scorching is quite common in hot weather, so providing some protection with shade cloth supported by stakes can make a big difference. 

Ensure you’re watering adequately by checking the soil—stick your finger about an inch into the soil, and if it feels dry, give it a good soak. Be cautious of overwatering if your plants are sitting on a clay base, as this can lead to waterlogging and stressed roots. If you suspect waterlogging, you may need to raise the plants slightly to improve drainage. 

Please let us know if you have any questions.

Mitchell