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Old 28-Sep-2005   #2
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I have two raintrees now, and the first thought is that tropicals are said not to like insecticidal treatments, but they generally seem to recover (this is gleaned from reading other posts here, not from personal experience) The second thought is that they close their leaves when the light level is low, so two days of being inside the house probably did a lot of harm. I also wonder whether just morning sun is enough, even with reflected light under the patio. But if it is giving you new growth, then consider cutting down on the watering (less leaves means less need for water, leaves pull up and transpire the water) and keeping a good eye on it.

Again, just thoughts, not from personal experience. Can you take a picture?

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