Here is a tree surrounded by healthy trees that appears to be drying up. The leaves wilting as though they have no water.
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Pulling the soil from the base of the trees it does appear dry, but a clue to the problem is a tiny gumball exuding from the bark.
Crown Rot |
This tree happens to be in a low swale and water has accumulated in the soil around it. This is especially a challenge in the foothills where irrigating enough for the hilltops can cause problems for trees in the low spots.
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