In the PNW where we have acid soil, yellowing of the oldest leaves of a
branch/whip may be just senescence (old age), but it is often an indication of
magnesium deficiency.
: Carolyn --- Chlorosis sometimes shows up in very old leaves due simply to
: the aging process of the leaves. Or, if the chlorosis is near the
: rootstock, but not up on the new scion growth, I'd not worry about it.
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: Ed
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: Carolyn Wood wrote:
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: > I have a question about chlorosis in new growth from grafts on apple
: > and pear rootstock.
: > Many of my young trees are showing signs of severe yellowing, both
: > on standard Ant. and Emla 9 stock. My soil is quite basic, so I expect
: > some of this but I would like to know how the root/scion relationship
: > affects susceptibility to chlorosis.
: >
: > Thanks to all...Bob Z4 Central Utah.
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