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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    July 10, 2015
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    Most likely this was winter kill on your Redbud Trees.

    You can wait until the trees are dormant this fall and prune back.
    Mulch the trees to help retain moisture through the remaining summer.
    You can apply a slow release fertilizer in the spring.

    Here is a link to refresh you on growing requirements and care.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/redbud/caring-for-redbud-trees.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    August 28, 2015
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    Most trees like this should be planted at least 5-10 feet from driveways, walks, foundations, etc.

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    September 16, 2015
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    Hand pulling them as soon as you see them is the best approach.

    You can also cut them down and 'paint' the exposed cut stem with a herbicide.

    Use caution as the herbicide will kill everything that is exposed to.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/weed-trees.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    April 20, 2016
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    Your redbud probably isn't mature enough to bear blooms yet. They take about 4-5 years before they are of blooming age.

    For more information on the care of redbud trees, please visit the following link:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/redbud/caring-for-redbud-trees.htm

    For some fertilizing guidelines, check out the following link:
    http://www.garden.org/searchqa/index.php?q=show&id=19668&ps=38&keyword=barrel%20garden

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  • Answered by
    kh0001 on
    April 25, 2016
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    Harsh winters are definitely tougher on this beautiful tree. I'm sorry yours isn't blooming this year. Here are some articles that may help you narrow down the cause:

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/redbud/caring-for-redbud-trees.htm

    http://blog-yard-garden-news.extension.umn.edu/2014/06/where-redbud-bloom.html

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    April 24, 2016
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    The yellowing of the leaves is most likely due to watering issues.
    Either too much or too little.

    Here is an article to help refresh you on the care requirements.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/redbud/caring-for-redbud-trees.htm

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  • Answered by
    kh0001 on
    May 9, 2016
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    You might want to ensure that you bought a variety that actually thrives in your zone. There are many different cultivars that are native to different areas. If you have one that's suited to Northwest Ohio, because it took a hard hit before it had a chance to properly establish, don't be surprised if it takes another year for it to bloom. If you consistently see new growth on it this year, continue caring for it and prune it in the fall.

    These articles may help you:

    http://www.clemson.edu/extension/hgic/plants/landscape/trees/hgic1021.html

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/redbud/caring-for-redbud-trees.htm

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