Rosemary Turning Yellow After Transplanting in Australia

Reviving a Transplanted Rosemary Shrub

A gardener in Victoria, Australia, moved a 2-year-old, 70 cm rosemary from a pot to the ground. Leaves turned yellow; everything else thrives.

Rosemary dislikes being moved. Yellowing may indicate transplant shock, overly wet soil, or mineral imbalance. The expert recommends:

Monitor closely; recovery is possible with careful watering and feeding.

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