Plant problems
Olive Tree with Dry Leaves
The olive tree sheds leaves when the root ball is unhealthy, not due to a lack of foliar fertilizer.
A shower of dry leaves on your terrace olive tree can be alarming. Before using miracle fertilizer, check the root ball and inspect for mealybugs in the axils.
Causes
Suffocation, extreme drought, frost, sudden location change, mealybugs, salinity.
Action
Ensure drainage, deep and infrequent watering, sunlight, and avoid moving from a greenhouse to a northern location. Clean any pests if present.
What We Recommend at Control Garden
Large pot and clay pebbles. The ornamental olive tree recovers slowly: do not water daily “just because”.
Recommended products
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FAQs
Will it regrow?
If the neck is firm and there are buds, yes. If the trunk is soft, no.
Should I prune now?
Remove the dry parts. Avoid topiary trimming during stress.