Sick box

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  1. GardeningFin

    GardeningFin Gardener

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    One of my boxes is looking a bit sickly.

    I was wondering if someone could give me some advice?
    Is this box blight or could it just be some wind damage?

    I'm worried that if it is blight, I may have to destroy the plant?

    Any advice much appreaciated.
    Thanks
    Fin

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  2. "M"

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    I don't have any experience with Box but hopefully someone will be able to answer your questions.
     
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    You could prune out the dead looking bits; cut back from inside. New leaves will grow to cover the gaps. It may be that you let it dry out too much. I would water more frequently. Box in pots doesn't like drying out in my experience.
     
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