Posted by MEADOW VIEW on April 24, 19100 at 21:03:24:
In Reply to: gardenia problem posted by Phyllis on April 23, 19100 at 19:29:23:
: I have a Gardenia plant in a 20" container. Have had problems with blooming. Buds form, then turn black & fall off. I use an acid fertilizer & water every other day. Any suggestions?
PHYLLIS, PHYLLIS, PHYLLIS: TOO much water!!!! Only water when the soil becomes dry to the touch at a depth of your first knuckle on you index finger. Too much TLC will cause the problem, another thing that will cause this as well is a low humidity level in the winter months if you have the plant indoors.
But first let's cut back on the water. MVG Plant Dr.