topherallen

Hello,

I received a Kingsville Box as a gift several months ago, and despite things going smoothly early on it has started looking very sickly.. I live in Northern DE, with a rather wet/cold winter, and have kept it inside the apartment. I've heard debate back and forth about this; are indoor conditions detrimental to the King box(assuming moderate humidity)?

The leaves are getting pale and crispy, and more than half have already fallen off. Is this at all expected for its winter dormancy? I have it in a humidity tray, with good soil which will maintain some moisture for a day or so after watering.. Also, it has been getting a small dose of liquid 'Superthrive' every other week. Lighting conditions were previously rather limited and indirect, but I have been putting it near a growth lamp the past couple of weeks. Again, not sure if this is the best course of action due to conflicting reports read..

There doesn't seem to be much life left in the leaves, is the poor guy a lost cause??


Thanks for the insight!

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