Q.Cedar tree
I have a lot of brown on foliage. I have been watering around base every day as temperatures are ranging in the 100s. How much water does tree need? I rake leaves around bottom of trunk. Is this the thing to do? Thank you so much.
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If this a new planting? New trees or shrubs will need plenty of water during it's first growing season. This article will help with that: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/watering-newly-planted-tree.htm
There are many different types of Cedar trees. Browning of limbs and needles could be environmental or even caused by pests or disease. Here are some links with more information:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/cedar/growing-cedar-trees.htm
http://www.clemson.edu/extension/hgic/pests/plant_pests/shrubs/hgic2056.html