My Weeping Cherry Tree Has No Sign Of Buds. It Is Mid-April In Southwest Michigan. Is It Dead?

It lost its leaves early last year. This would be its 8th year.

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#1 Comment By BushDoctor On 04/15/2024 @ 4:24 pm

It does sound like there may be an issue. I wouldn't discount the tree just yet. They should start showing signs around the end of April into may, so it could still be trying to break dormancy. I would snap a twig on the tree and make sure that it has some give to it. Green can indicate a living branch, as well. If all branches are brittle, then it may be a lost cause.

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