Washington: my Japenese Umbrella Pine dying?

Discussion in 'Outdoor Gardening in the Pacific Northwest' started by judya, Sep 13, 2010.

  1. judya

    judya Member

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    I noticed the needles turning brown and decided it was because it needed a larger pot. After transplanting my umbrella tree it has continued to die...I love this tree and have had it from 8 inches tall...it's now over 3 feet..can anyone help me save it?
     
  2. Ron B

    Ron B Paragon of Plants 10 Years

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    Not enough information for anybody here to be able to tell. Often when the top of a plant goes brown there is a problem at the root, but...

    You might be able to get someone at an independent garden center to look at it and see some clues. Try during a slow time - if you are willing and able to drag it there. Might be necessary to take it out of the pot and look at the roots. Best bet near Kirkland probably Wells-Medina nursery.

    If it is already all brown and crispy it is too late.
     
  3. judya

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    Thanks Ron..I am going to have to take it out of the pot to get it to Medina, I just can't lift it otherwise, will wrap it in black plastic. no it's not all brown but too many of the branch ends are. Thanks again!
     

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