are my Holly bushes dead?

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  1. SlipKid987

    SlipKid987 New Member

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    My two holly bushes look dead, all the leaves are brown except one small patch on one bush.
    Are these dead?
     

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    Daniel Mosquin Paragon of Plants UBC Botanical Garden Forums Administrator Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    Not a good sign, you can check if twigs have any green tissue. But, this looks like possible winter death to me: Holly Diseases & Insect Pests

    Did you have an unusual winter temperature-wise?
     
  3. SlipKid987

    SlipKid987 New Member

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    Pretty normal winter here in Rhode Island.

    I've cut back a few branches, no sign of green.
     
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