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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    July 12, 2012
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    A.

    Other than checking for signs of pests, it could simply have succumbed to old age. Plants, like all living things have a lifespan, and it may be that this one has reached its end.

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    July 23, 2015
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    Yellowing leaves indicate a stressed tree, usually a watering issue.
    To much or to little. If it has been dry I would compensate and water the tree to help it through the warmest part of the summer.
    Also mulching can help. 2 to 3 inches of a hardwood mulch will help retain moisture.
    Watch for signs of insect or fungus in the stressed tree.
    You could apply a light fertilizer now, but nothing to high in Nitrogen. Look for a balanced formula. 10-10-10.
    Then in late fall or early spring reapply again.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/hornbeam/hornbeam-care-and-growing.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    July 6, 2017
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    This link has some varieties that are suited to your zone.
    https://extension.missouri.edu/p/G6810

    Also check with your County Extension Office for a plant list for your region.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/extension-search/

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    drtreelove on
    June 29, 2018
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    No probably not, it will be "wait and see".

    What make you think the neighbor was responsible? It would be helpful have some more information about what chemical was used, how the tree surgeons diagnosed the chemical poisoning, or are they just guessing? Was there a laboratory tissue analysis done?

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  • Asked by
    sgtangeman on
    August 10, 2018
    WICHITA, KS

    Q.IS THE BUD OF THE HORNBEAM TREE USED FOR MEDICATIONS TO HELP THE HUMAN BODY?

    I AM INTERESTED IN THIS ANSWER AS I WANT TO KNOW IF THIS COULD BE HARMFUL TO THE BODY IN ANY WAY. IT IS TAKEN INTERNALLY.

  • Answered by
    drtreelove on
    August 11, 2018
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    Hornbeam is used medicinally, but if you have health condition that you are trying to correct, check with your MD or an ND (naturapathic doctor) about appropriate use of herbal therapy and possible contra-indications.

    https://www.home-remedies-for-you.com/herbs/hornbeam.html

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    February 16, 2019
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    I believe that the hornbeam would be fine, but I do agree that leylandii would be a perfect windbreak. They aren't too difficult to care for. Here is an article on their care: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/leyland-cypress/growing-leyland-cypress-trees.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    May 5, 2019
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    American hornbeam (Carpinus caroliniana) is more often cultivated as a tree, also similar to beech in its leaf shape, fruit pattern and cultivation needs. Its other common names include blue-beech and ironwood. American hornbeam trees reach a height and width of 20 to 30 feet. As a hedge, it is grows more slowly than its British cousin, but it can withstand frequent pruning for shaping. It is deciduous, but like Carpinus betulus, its leaves stay on the tree or hedge throughout the winter.
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/hornbeam/hornbeam-care-and-growing.htm

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