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  • Answered by
    Heather on
    June 3, 2015
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    It sounds like bacteria or fungus has gotten into the tree. The best you can do is to treat the tree with a fungicide. This may help to kill what is attacking it.

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    Pottingbynature on
    September 15, 2020
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    I trim my catkin willow every spring once the catkins are gone. I cut it all the way to the trunk and it does still produce more shoots. It also depends on the age and size of your tree how far you want to prune it.

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    June 7, 2015
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    This article will help with pruning: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/pussy-willow/how-prune-pussy-willows.htm

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    Heather on
    June 7, 2015
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    Products containing Bacillus thuringiensis (like Safer or Bonide) will help and are readily available at most garden centers and plant retailers. Here is more information on getting rid of caterpillars: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/prevent-caterpillars.htm
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/using-bacillus-thuringiensis.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    June 9, 2015
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    Newly planted trees need daily water.
    Was the planting hole dug large enough?
    Tamp down the soil around the plant to make sure no air pockets are around the roots.
    Here is a link about caring for newly planted trees.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/watering-newly-planted-tree.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    June 10, 2015
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    Most likely a black spot fungus.
    Neem Oil is a good treatment.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htm

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/disease/black-spot-fungus.htm

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/willow/dappled-japanese-willow.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    June 19, 2015
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    As long as they are getting enough water from rainfall, they will not cause problems. Problems come up for any tree when it comes to drain pipes when the tree does not get enough water. It's roots will seek out water sources and pipes are like hitting the jackpot for them.

    These plants are very water hungry, which is why they are great for areas with poor drainage as they will suck up all the water. But, if they use up all the water in the area, then they will start to look for more water and your pipes will be where they go.

    So, in short, if you think they will get enough water where you are planting them, they will not cause problems. But, if you do not think they will, they will cause problems.

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