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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    March 19, 2016
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    You don't mention if this is a young tree planting or a mature established tree.
    Yellowing leaves can indicate a watering issue; too much or too little.

    If the tree is new, water frequently enough so that the top few inches of soil are moist but not soggy. Crumbling soil is too dry, soggy soil is too wet.
    If it is a mature tree make sure the soil is well draining.
    Hardwood mulch can help with moisture retention if the soil is drying to quickly.
    You should always inspect the tree for any infestation to rule out that issue.
    If the watering issues are resolved, but leaves continue to yellow, you may want to have a soil test performed, as this could be a nutritional deficiency.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/locust/locust-tree-information.htm

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  • Answered by
    heather on
    May 30, 2016
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    What insect are you spraying for - the honeylocust spider mite? Heavy infestations of spider mites cause early leaf drop, so it may not necessarily be the insecticide, but the insect you are spraying for.

    For more information on locust trees, please visit the following link:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/locust/locust-tree-information.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    June 21, 2016
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    As the weather has warmed and the moisture decreases, increased water loss from the tree will cause them to drop excess leaves. This is their natural strategy to conserve energy.
    If a spring is wetter then normal, this can make the issue even more noticeable.

    If you provide watering and you see no other signs of disease or pests, there is no concern.

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  • Answered by
    Alisma on
    August 29, 2016
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    Removing suckers and watersprouts (suckers that grow from the trunk, branches or crown) is good for trees and keep them growing strongly. They should be removed right away by cutting them off close to the trunk.

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    May 20, 2017
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    Tree topping is never a good idea.
    This article has more information.
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/tree-topping-information.htm

    Wait until late winter to prune your honeylocust tree. These trees are prone to stem cankers, or lesions, that can cause extensive limb dieback.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/locust/locust-tree-information.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    May 28, 2017
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    Because these trees are so fast growing you should began to see flowers within a few years of planting.

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

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  • Answered by
    DLarum on
    July 9, 2017
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    It would not hurt to try to root a few of the branches. This article will help
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/planting-trees-from-twigs.htm

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