The Leaves On Our Pauls Scarlett Appear To Be Wilting – They Are Drooping And Curling At The Edges

Question

There is a clematis climbing through it and a string of battery operated lights. Could either of these be damaging the tree?

Answer 1

The clematis could be shading the leaves from getting full sun. It really isn't advisable to let vines grow up a tree. Here is more:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/do-vines-harm-trees.htm

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