Fertilizer Burn on Boxwood: Flush With Water, But Don't Drown It

Over-fertilized boxwood turning brown? Shallow roots = salt-sensitive.

Rescue Attempt

Hourly deep soakings for a day, then let dry a week. May save it if root damage isn't fatal. No guarantees.

Boxwoods need very light feeding. Cottonseed meal (see previous) is safer than chemical fertilizers.

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