Why does your Rhododendron polycladum have drooping leaves? Diagnose the cause and fix it with our step-by-step guide.
As a member of the Ericaceae family, R. polycladum requires well-draining acidic soil; excess moisture leads to fungal pathogens that destroy root tissue, preventing water transport to leaves.
Rhododendrons have shallow root systems that are highly susceptible to drying out, causing a loss of turgor pressure in the foliage.
The delicate root architecture of this species is easily damaged during movement, leading to temporary leaf wilt as the plant struggles to re-establish nutrient uptake.
In high pH soils, this species cannot absorb iron, which can weaken the plant's vascular strength and lead to limp, chlorotic foliage.
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