Raspberry bush

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  1. Ryan11112

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    My dad recently gave me a raspberry bush but it doesn't seem to be doing so well since he potted it. Any one know what I could do ? [​IMG]


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    Looks like it could be due to drying out, what is it planted in and could you post anther image showing it?

    EDIT: Forgot to mention that something below ground munching the roots can produce symptoms similar to lack of water.
     
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    Hi Ryan,
    Your raspberry does look a bit sick :sad:, have you given it a good water? Is it in a pot or in the soil?
    When your dad dug it up dId he get enough root?

    Don't give up on it, we still could save it :fingers crossed:
     
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    How recent is "recently" and how big is the pot he put it into?
    It is important not to let the compost dry out, so daily watering should be the plan.
     
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      I normally dig up raspberries for relocation when they're dormant, but if I lift one in full leaf in the summer (and it's been very warm recently) I place the pot somewhere shady and keep it well watered. I'm wondering if it's been recently dug up, doesn't have established roots and has been placed in full sun on hot patio slabs.
       
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        Thanks for the help , i have been watering it twice a day. It is in a pit of compost and get sun all day .


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          @Ryan11112, I think it might be worth you moving it into the shade for a few weeks or so, just so it can get its roots established in the pot
           
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            Give them a dose of liquid feed too :thumbsup: (after you have moved them to a quieter corner with a bit less sun until they are over the shock of being transplanted) :)
             
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