Sango Kaku Japanese Maple tree - Knowledgebase Question

Westerville, Oh
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Question by cowtowners
June 18, 2009
It started getting leaves, then all of a sudden 2/3 of the tree is dead. New branches at the bottom. How can I help it? Live in Columbus, OH. Full sun.


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Answer from NGA
June 18, 2009
I'm not sure why the top of your tree would die suddenly, unless it was affected by a late frost. The new growth from the bottom indicates the roots are alive and the tree is attempting to grow, inspite of the dead top. I'd leave it alone to see what it does. It may be that your tree will recover. If so you can prune away the dead parts of the tree. Good luck with your maple!

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