Also, if the tree was planted too deep and other planting issues were
present, then this may have been the cause. I think the average life of a
urban tree planted incorrectly was about 7-10 years. Not really sure of the
numbers.

--
Sincerely,
John A. Keslick, Jr.
Consulting Arborist
http://home.ccil.org/~treeman
and www.treedictionary.com
Beware of so-called tree experts who do not understand tree biology.
Storms, fires, floods, earthquakes, and volcanic eruptions keep reminding us
that we are not the boss.


"Kay Dolan" wrote in message
...

I'm new to the forum and not an expert gardener. Can anyone help explain
why a 10 year old weeping willow has died. It has been healthy and
undisturbed, but all this years new growth has died. The only
difference is this year I planted petunias around it? would that cause
a problem. We have not been flooded, nor have has it been too dry. Any
help would be appreciated though I fear too late for this tree but I
will be replacing it and would like to avoid facing the same problem.




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Kay Dolan