Garrya Elliptica

Mary Anne

Just bought this Garrya Elliptica on-line. The leaves seem paler than a previous one I had in another garden and this one is mottled in parts. The leaves to my previous Garrya were a deeper glossier green.
Does it seem healthy to you?

nutcutlet

I'd be disappointed with that. I should think it's been in the same pot and not looked after for ages. I don't think it's dying it could be potted on and fed and cheered up

Mary Anne

Thanks nut cutlet! What would you use to feed it? Or should I complain?

nutcutlet

I'd complain. you might get a new one and keep this as well I'd start with potting into new compost, 

Mary Anne

This is an email I sent yesterday to the nursery....I wasn't satisfied with the response so contacted GW for advice....
Me: "The leaves are pale and some are discoloured. Ive had one of these previously and the foliage was much deeper green. This one seems slightly unwell to me".
Nursery response: "The spotting tends to happen on the old leaves which is natural on all evergreens, these leaves eventually drop. This wont affect your plant in anyway".
I would like to complain ....what argument would you suggest from here?

Pete.8

There's an article from the RHS here-
https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/popular/garrya/growing-guide

Have a look under Problems - autumn leaf spot is explained.
Then it's up to you what to do.
I think your plant will be fine with some TLC though
Good luck

Mary Anne

Just for interest...this nursery were defensive and unwilling to accept responsibility for this neglected condition of this £40 shrub. Best offer was I returned the shrub (100 miles away) for a refund!