Gardeners’ Queries

Press, Volume CV, Issue 31000, 4 March 1966, Page 9

Gardeners’ Queries

Could you give me advice on my Stauntonia hexaphylla, of which two were bought about two years ago. Both were planted together on the east side of the house and have grown to about five feet. With the exception of the disease showing on the leaves they look otherwise quite healthy. What is the cause, a soil deficiency? Should they be shifted to a northerly aspect and if so when is the best time to do this? When can flowers and fruit be expected from these plants?—“Enquirer" (Geraldine). Your letter was sent to the correct address and for the benefit of other readers who have queries etc., these should be sent to me, P.O. Box 47, Lincoln College, and not to “The -Press.” The plant has a fungus disease for which any of the usually recommended fungicides may offer control. I do not know how long it takes to come into bearing. Good soil, adequate drainage, sufficient moisture to prevent drying out and a reasonably sunny aspect are preferred for best results with Stauntonias.