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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    June 18, 2015
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    Bark splitting or cracking is oftentimes environmental, unless other symptoms appear - like wilting, oozing, cankers, etc. Normally, this isn't anything to worry about and the tree will usually be fine. This link should help explain:
    http://www.uri.edu/ce/factsheets/sheets/barksplit.html

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    September 28, 2015
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    I would first ensure that all the roots from the hedge have been removed and then have your soil tested so you will know what you're working with, and whether anything needs to be fixed. This article will help with soil requirements for growing veggies: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/vgen/vegetable-garden-soil.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    September 30, 2015
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    Acid loving plants, shrubs, perennials and ground covers can be grown under the Cedar Tree.

    Yes, to both azalea and rhododendrons.
    Wintergreen and Japanese Spurge are good ground covers.
    Big Blue lilyturf and Bergenia are good perennial choices, and Lady Fern and Christmas Fern.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/cedar/growing-cedar-trees.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    December 1, 2015
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    Your tree could be turning brown and dropping needles as part of it's normal
    needle shedding process. This would typically occur in the fall, extreme environmental conditions can increase this natural event.
    If your tree has been browning all summer it could be a fungal disease.
    Inspect the tree for Galls or any abnormalities in the stems or needles.

    https://www.extension.purdue.edu/extmedia/BP/BP-137-W.pdf

    An Arborist can help you make a correct identification if you are unable to determine if this is natural or disease.
    Your local County Extension Office can help you find a qualified tree expert in your area.
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/extension-search/

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    February 1, 2016
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    Keep the tree in a cool and sunny location. Away from heaters.

    Water when the top 2" of soil are dry. Make sure to water until it drains through the pot, and empty the tray so that the roots do not stand in water.

    Place the tree outdoors as a patio plant when the weather allows.

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    March 9, 2016
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    The recommendation is to let fresh chipped mulch sit for 1 year before using as top mulch.

    Green chips can draw nitrogen from the soil and can also add acid to the soil.

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    April 19, 2016
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    Pruning recommendations are 'little pruning'. Many times the trees are cleared of bottom branching to allow for walking under.

    Here are some links with more information.
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/cedar/growing-cedar-trees.htm
    http://hort.ufl.edu/database/documents/pdf/tree_fact_sheets/cedliba.pdf

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