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Can you tell me what is wrong with these trees? I am attaching 3 pics.
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Asked June 01, 2021, 8:38 PM EDT
Can you tell me what is wrong with these trees? I am attaching 3 pics.
Douglas County Colorado
Expert Response
Hello Garry. This looks like winter desiccation where our evergreens do not get enough fall and winter water. Foliage that is still brown/orange will likely die. It will take a few years for evergreens to "mask" the damage. Many native pines have already pushed out “candles” of fresh green needles.
This fact sheet discusses the importance of fall and winter watering:
https://extension.colostate.edu/topic-areas/yard-garden/fall-and-winter-watering-7-211/
I appreciate your response. We were afraid that it was beetle kill or poisoning from the winter/snow road maintenance.
Thank you so much for your prompt reply.
Garry Nelson