Is it grafted? That might account for the difference in bark ... from the photo I can’t tell whether the bark has been removed or whether it’s just ‘different’.
Is the tree staked to prevent windrock? Again it may just be a fuzzy photo but it does look as if there’s a gap between the soil and the trunk of the tree. I may be wrong.
I’ll be interested in the nursery’s response ...
I wasn’t told that it was grafted so I’m not sure.. but I will ask the nursery! The gap between the soil was actually just from me this afternoon moving some of the lucerne mulch away to see if it was mouldy as I saw a bit of a white film around it.
I do wonder about whether it's the right tree for the spot, given your hotter climate and it's position in full sun with two light coloured metal fences behind it... it might do better amongst other shrubs.
"What is hateful to you, do not do to your neighbour".
I do wonder about whether it's the right tree for the spot, given your hotter climate and it's position in full sun with two light coloured metal fences behind it... it might do better amongst other shrubs.
That definitely could be the reason. I’ve also noticed that when I bought the tree it had little buds and they’re still there but never grew or advanced... I did read that this is a classic sign of overwatering?
The tree is planted way too deep in the soil. When planting trees they need to have the root flare at the top of the root system exposed. The point where the roots just start to spread or the thickened part of the the trunk base needs air... that tree is rotting. If the soil is above the root flair the trees vascular cambium will rot and the tree will becomr girdled and die. It’s probably too late but you have to remove the soil and expose the stricken trees root flare.
The tree is planted way too deep in the soil. When planting trees they need to have the root flare at the top of the root system exposed. The point where the roots just start to spread or the thickened part of the the trunk base needs air... that tree is rotting. If the soil is above the root flair the trees vascular cambium will rot and the tree will becomr girdled and die. It’s probably too late but you have to remove the soil and expose the stricken trees root flare.
Thank you Zach for that information and advice! That makes sense. I will have a good look at the tree and do a bit of research and go from there. I read trees that have been planted within 2-3 months can be replanted higher, rather than the soil being removed? so I will most likely do this I think.
The tree is planted way too deep in the soil. When planting trees they need to have the root flare at the top of the root system exposed. The point where the roots just start to spread or the thickened part of the the trunk base needs air... that tree is rotting. If the soil is above the root flair the trees vascular cambium will rot and the tree will becomr girdled and die. It’s probably too late but you have to remove the soil and expose the stricken trees root flare.
You were right. It was definitely planted too deep. I bit the bullet and decided to replant the tree higher. Hopefully it survives. Could you tell me if this looks better? I think I can see the root flare now? Fingers crossed.
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