Camphor Tree Dying (Photo)
Carol love_the_yard (Zone 9A Jacksonville, FL)
15 years ago
Featured Answer
Sort by:Oldest
Comments (22)
watermelon7
15 years agobodiggly
15 years agoRelated Discussions
Dying Avacado Trees
Comments (2)Yes, it looks like LW. Contact me: jasons@ufl.edu and I will give you more detailed information. Laurel wilt is one my major foci of my research program and can bring you to speed on the most recent developments. Do you happen to know the cultivar? Cut into the sapwood and look for streaking. Do you see evidence of the ambrosia beetles yet?? (frass and small holes)...See MoreQuickly dying pine tree! How do I attach a photo?
Comments (3)Pic is available from the Conifers thread now - link below. Here is a link that might be useful: http://forums.gardenweb.com/forums/load/conif/msg0816114416549.html?7...See MoreBST Laid Eggs on Camphor Tree!
Comments (3)Sherry, I don't know. I did see the butterfly lay eggs on the rue and parsley and nose around my dying fennel, then she went to the camphor tree and laid at least 1 egg. I don't think Spicebush swallowtails lay their eggs on rue, fennel or parsley, do they? The egg that was laid on the camphor tree was empty looking, clear, so it probably isn't viable. Mechelle...See MoreEmperor Japanese Maple Dying w/Photos
Comments (11)I definitely agree that it needs water, and a few things to consider: 1) I planted a bloodgood that got hit by high winds -- a random event, but all the leaves looked like yours. This was back in June. The tree has replaced almost all of these with new leaves, so your tree will come back if it gets some water. 2) If your tree is in a windy spot, and it was wind that caused this, you may have to plant / create some kind of windblock 3) I have read that Japanese Maples can struggle with heat reflection, so if your tree is in full sun, all of those rocks under it are reflecting heat. So, if it is in full sun, it may be "cooking" from both sides. 4) In my experience, the best thing to do is leave the leaves as they are. The tree will take care of itself likely next spring and put on fresh leaves. 5) If you scratch the branches lightly with your fingernail, you will probably find that they are green where you scratch. This means your tree is not dead. If you scratch a branch and it is brown, that branch is dead / dying. 6) Finally, you want the original root ball to be consistently moist, but not wet. Don't arbitrarily water it everyday. Stick your finger in the root ball and see if it is at all dry -- if it is at all dry, then water. Overwatering is not good either and while it can be difficult to tell sometimes, you'll get the hang of it. Good luck...See Morecoffeemom
15 years agoCarol love_the_yard (Zone 9A Jacksonville, FL)
15 years agoCarol love_the_yard (Zone 9A Jacksonville, FL)
15 years agocjc45
15 years agoCarol love_the_yard (Zone 9A Jacksonville, FL)
15 years agoCarol love_the_yard (Zone 9A Jacksonville, FL)
15 years agonativemel
15 years agoCarol love_the_yard (Zone 9A Jacksonville, FL)
15 years agoSue Cobb
7 years agoSusieQsie_Fla
7 years agoUser
7 years agoCarol love_the_yard (Zone 9A Jacksonville, FL)
6 years agolast modified: 6 years agoSweetMonkeyCheese Z9 Tampa
6 years agoCarol love_the_yard (Zone 9A Jacksonville, FL) thanked SweetMonkeyCheese Z9 TampaChey nastro
15 days agolast modified: 9 days agofour (9B near 9A)
12 days ago
Related Stories
GARDENING GUIDESTree Care: Common Tree Diseases and What to Do About Them
Learn to recognize trees that may be affected by diseases or pests so you can quickly take action
Full StoryGARDENING GUIDESHow to Keep Your Trees Healthy
Ensure your trees’ vigor for years to come with these tips for protecting roots, watering effectively and more
Full StoryGARDENING GUIDESHow to Keep Your Citrus Trees Well Fed and Healthy
Ripe for some citrus fertilizer know-how? This mini guide will help your lemon, orange and grapefruit trees flourish
Full StorySIDE YARD IDEASNarrow Trees for Tight Garden Spaces
Boost interest in a side yard or another space-challenged area with the fragrance and color of these columnar trees
Full StoryEDIBLE GARDENSHow to Add an Apple Tree to Your Edible Garden
Readily available, beautiful and fragrant, apple trees offer four-season interest along with crisp, juicy fruit
Full StorySPRING GARDENING7 Spectacular and Practical Spring-Flowering Trees
Put on a beauteous show in the garden with a landscape tree awash in flowers — just do your homework first
Full StoryGARDENING GUIDES5 Best-Behaved Trees to Grace a Patio
Big enough for shade but small enough for easy care, these amiable trees mind their manners in a modest outdoor space
Full StoryMOST POPULARThe Most Incredible Kids' Tree House You'll Ever See?
Duck your head to enter this unforgettable Dallas wonderwork, lovingly crafted with imaginative delights
Full StoryLANDSCAPE DESIGNThe Weepers and the Creepers: 10 Intriguing Trees for Your Garden
Bring something a little different to your landscape with a tree that dives, twists or crawls
Full StoryHOLIDAYSChristmas Tree Decorating the Painless Way
Holidays are for carols, not cussing. Make tree trimming less work and more fun with this guide at your side
Full Story
Carol love_the_yard (Zone 9A Jacksonville, FL)Original Author