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I have a oak tree in my front yard that has seen better days. It was hit by lightning about 3 summers ago and now the freeze last winter really put i...
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Asked November 22, 2021, 3:40 PM EST
I have a oak tree in my front yard that has seen better days. It was hit by lightning about 3 summers ago and now the freeze last winter really put it in stress. It has leaves coming out on some of the limbs but most of it has nothing. Just wondering if it is worth trying to save. Do you have someone that would look at it or is it to late. Deer Park Texas Really hate to loose a 20 year old oak tree.
Harris County Texas
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Can you attach a few images of the tree.
Thanks,
It will be tomorrow.
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You have well over 30% decline of the tree canopy which means the tree should be removed. Here is a link to find a certified arborist in your area for a consult. https://www.treesaregood.org/findanarborist/arboristsearch
Thanks for the question