Canela Tree Leaf Drop: Needs More Sun, Less Water

Marilyn's 6.5-foot Canela tree in a 14-inch pot (northwest corner, good light no direct sun) lost half its leaves in 2 weeks. Waters weekly, keeps soil moist but not wet. Info said no direct sun.

Expert Answer: "No direct sun" is wrong—Canela, like ficus, does better with some sun. With current low light, water no more than once every 2 weeks or very lightly weekly so soil feels dry most of the week. More sun allows current watering. Move to sunnier spot to reduce leaf drop. Summer: move outdoors to semi-shade to refoliate.