Watering, fertilizing, cutting and more

How often do you have to water the trumpet tree?

The water supply of the trumpet tree can be a problem, because on the one hand the plant has to do the same, especially in dry and hot months be poured regularly and evenly, but on the other hand does not tolerate waterlogging at all and reacts quickly to excessive moisture Root rot.

Fertilize You the Trumpet tree preferably with organic fertilizers such as compost and Horn shavings,(€ 32.93 at Amazon *) being pail copies also with a good one Complete fertilizer are satisfied. Young trees in particular need fertilization; older trees usually take care of themselves.

The trumpet tree is very easy to prune and can also be cut back vigorously.

In which season does a pruning make sense?

The trumpet tree can best tolerate pruning in early spring, at best on a warm and dry day.

Yellow leaves on the trumpet tree are usually an indication of care errors, often caused by too much water or too much drought in the hot summer months. A lack of or inadequate fertilization can also be the cause.

In most cases, withered leaves also indicate an incorrect supply of water or fertilizer.

Is the trumpet tree susceptible to certain pests or diseases?

Unfortunately, the trumpet tree is quite susceptible to the dangerous Verticillium wilt, which is caused by a fungus found in the soil. Wilting leaves that quickly turn yellow in an otherwise healthy tree can indicate such a disease. Also the gray mold rot as well mildew can occur - mainly with incorrect care. The plant diseases mentioned can best be prevented by good, species-appropriate care.

Is the trumpet tree hardy?

Since the trumpet tree originally comes from a rather warm climate, it is in this country only partially winterproof. Young trees under five years of age need good winter protection and should be well covered in gardener foil or fleece or to be packed with reed mats.