Q.We Planted Podocarpus Jap Yew In Some Planter Boxes Off Our Patio. They Are All Doing Well Except For The One At The End Of One O
f the boxes. It is drying up. They have all been watered the same and we have a drip system. What could be the cause of just this one drying up? We planted them in June.
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If it looks dry and it is being watered, that could indicate a root issue. The water isn't getting up to the leaves. Have you checked the drip system to be sure it is working at the end of the line? Make sure the shrub is not rootbound, that can cause these issues. Also check for pests like scale or spider mites.
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