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Crush, pour water and save the brown thujas.  Spraying for PLN 2 will restore their green color

Crush, pour water and save the brown thujas. Spraying for PLN 2 will restore their green color

Dense and green thujas decorate many gardens. No wonder, they are not only extremely resistant to different weather and temperature, but also really easy to grow and care for. Despite this, it sometimes happens that they start to turn brown. How to prevent it?

It is one of the most common shrubs in gardens. Not only do they impress with their beautiful green color, but they are also often used to create a natural fence to protect against the curious glances of neighbors. They are relatively easy to care for, but keep in mind that, like any plant, they need some attention. Improper cultivation can result in yellowing and browning of the plant.

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Why do thujas turn brown? There may be several reasons

Thuja can lose its natural color and turn brown for several reasons. Although her requirements are not excessive, she is most often to blame inadequate care. What to pay special attention to?

  • Watering. Thujas do not tolerate drying well, so they should be watered regularly, especially in the summer during the heat. Do it systematically and not too much, so as not to overflow.
  • Fertilization. Thuja should be fertilized two to three times a season. It is best to do this in spring and autumn.

In addition, thuja should be protected against fungal diseases and pests, in particular aphids. Animals such as dogs and cats can also affect its browning. Of course, we are talking about their urine, which contains urine that is harmful to the plant.

What to do when thuja begins to lose color? Start by determining the cause

A quick reaction will save the browning bush. First cause should be identified and eliminated. Carefully analyze the way you care for thujas. If overflow has occurred, wait with the next watering. Conversely, water them thoroughly for several days. If domestic animals are responsible for browning (especially in the lower parts of the plant), it is worth protecting the bushes against them, for example with the help of a grid. How to deal with disease and pests?

Homemade thuja spray for pennies. Get rid of pests in no time

You can deal with fungal diseases and pests with household help spraying with . How to do it?

  1. Half a head of garlic (approx. 6 cloves) peel and crush to release the juice.
  2. Put the cloves in a large jar, pour a liter of water and leave overnight.
  3. Stir from time to time.
  4. After this time, strain the liquid and pour it into a spray bottle.
  5. Spray the thuja twice a day until it starts to turn green and there will be no trace of pests and diseases.

Just remember that the spray is ready usable for two days.

Source: Gazeta

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