Wisteria Transplant Shock in Sandy UK Soil: Water and Fertilizer Fixes

Yellowing, Crispy Edges After Spring Planting

Coastal Devon, UK. Wisteria planted early spring. Foliage yellowing, edges crispy brown. Sandy/poor soil. Fed fortnightly with liquid fertilizer. Sprayed insecticide/fungicide.

Root Causes

1. Underwatering in Sand: Water more frequently for root establishment.
2. Overfertilization: Full-strength biweekly = nitrogen/salt burn on fine roots.

Corrections

• Increase watering frequency/duration.
• Selective prune to reduce energy demand.
• Stop summer fertilizing—reserve for spring/fall.