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- Q.Drilling Holes In Cut Tree Stump - How long after cutting down a tree should you drill the holes for salt? Recently cut down a mulberry tree ...
- Q.Mulberries Died On The Branch Immature - Cold winter followed by initial dry spring. Branches covered in berries that didn't mature but colored quickly and turned brown.
- Q.Is My Mulberry Tree Dying? - My Mulberry tree is estimated to be about 75 yrs old. This year I noticed some bark falling off 2 ...
- Q.Mulberry Tree - My Mulberry tree is about 20 years old. After about 5 years it fruited well. For the last four years, ...
- Q.Trees Not Growing - I have 4 trees, 2 trees are mulberry and not sure the other 2. I planted each pair the same ...
- Q.Mulberry Tree - I think my tree is dying. The leaves were very sparse and small this year. Some of the branches have ...
- Q.Mulberry Leaves Are Green And Falling Off - Why would green leaves be falling off a Mulberry tree in the first week of September? We are still experiencing ...
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Kkendig on
May 29, 2015
Phoenix AZQ.drilling holes in cut tree stump
How long after cutting down a tree should you drill the holes for salt? Recently cut down a mulberry tree and want to drill holes an fill with salt. I got a spade bit for the job, but it seems the tree is too wet to drill. How long should I wait to drill the holes? Or how long does it take for the stump to be dry enough to drill?
Answered by
shelley on
May 29, 2015
Certified ExpertA.A moist stump will actually speed up the rotting/decaying process. I don't think you necessarily have to wait for it to completely dry out to drill holes.
For additional options on tree stump removal, please visit the following link:
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- Asked by
teatags on
June 9, 2015
6aQ.mulberries died on the branch immature
Cold winter followed by initial dry spring. Branches covered in berries that didn't mature but colored quickly and turned brown.
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
June 10, 2015A.Weather and it's stresses to our trees and gardens is for the most part out of our control.
The leaves appear very healthy in this picture.
I'm sure your tree will make a good recovery and produce fruit next year.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/fruitless-mulberry/mulberry-fruit-drop.htm
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robyn738 on
July 6, 2015
New MexicoQ.Is my Mulberry tree dying?
My Mulberry tree is estimated to be about 75 yrs old. This year I noticed some bark falling off 2 of the limbs. An acquaintance that does landscaping said that means my tree is dying. He said I may be able to 10 more years out of it but recommended getting the 2 limbs bark is falling off of cut off. It doesn't flower that I've ever seen but it does still drop mulberries. Grandsons love them!!
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
July 7, 2015A.A normal lifespan of a Mulberry is somewhere in the 25 to 50 years. They can life longer, but not as likely.
Yes, bark falling from the tree can mean the tree is stressed or diseased or yes, dying.
I have a fondness also for the Mulberry Tree as we had one in a house we rented when my own children were small. Oh the snacking they did!
If you feel the tree may have an infestation of some kind, you could have a professional start a insecticidal program.
Best of luck.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/peeling-bark-on-trees.htm
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Anonymous on
July 19, 2015Q.mulberry tree
My Mulberry tree is about 20 years old. After about 5 years it fruited well. For the last four years, lots of mulberries have formed but most of them fall off, leaving only a very small amount of fruit which form properly. Can you help please?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
July 20, 2015A.The most common reason for mulberry trees to prematurely drop fruit is stress, especially if there's been a drought. They need plenty of water to fruit well. You may also want to check the tree for signs of insect pests.
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Squish on
August 15, 2015
phoenix arizonaQ.Trees not growing
I have 4 trees, 2 trees are mulberry and not sure the other 2. I planted each pair the same day in different locations. 1 of each in front yard and the other 2, side if house and back yard. The 2 in front are close to a mesquite tree. Is it possible that the mesquite tree is stunting growth of those 2 trees? They look perfect, just dwarfs in front yard and the others at side of house and backyard compared to each of their mates planted elsewhere. They are very short but would look the same if not short. I have heard that mesquite tree roots find water from other plants. Just curious and no one can answer this for me.
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
August 17, 2015A.Though it is possible that the Mesquite Tree has lots of feeder roots and may effect nearby plantings, I think it is more likely a soil issue or watering.
I would have a soil test performed and find out if you need to amend or change anything in the planting area.
Newly planted trees need daily water for the first 2 weeks, then you can cut back.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/mesquite/growing-mesquite-trees.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/fruitless-mulberry/fruitless-mulberry-trees.htm
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Anonymous on
August 31, 2015Q.Mulberry tree
I think my tree is dying. The leaves were very sparse and small this year. Some of the branches have bumps which look like raised cankers - similar to a human's boil or mole. They are ugly. The tree is about 25-30 years old. It used to be beautiful. We did not cut it back this last season. Can I save this or has something gotten a hold of it?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
September 3, 2015A.Cankers are generally caused by a fungus.
The effected branches should be pruned off and disposed of.
This can kill a tree by girdling the tree.
You may want to have a professional examine the tree.
Here are some links for you.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/cankers-on-trees.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/disease/weeping-amber-in-trees.htm
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Anonymous on
September 9, 2015Q.Mulberry Leaves are green and falling off
Why would green leaves be falling off a Mulberry tree in the first week of September? We are still experiencing 90 to 100 degree weather. Thank you.
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
September 10, 2015A.Your tree likely is conserving energy by dropping it's leaves. The hot and dry weather is likely the cause.
Add some water to the tree and even mulching with 2 to 3 inches of hardwood mulch will help conserve moisture.
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