Tree problems, is it dying?

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  1. Ms kitty 01

    Ms kitty 01 In Flower

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    my tree hasn't leaved out yet. It is full of buds but the tiny branches are dead. In the treetop there is about 3 leaves. Here is a pic of the tree. Is it dying? image.jpg
     
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    Could you tell us what kind of tree it is? From all the small branches, it almost looks like a shrub.
     
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    Ms kitty 01 In Flower

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    I don't know what kind of tree it is.it isn't a shrub though, it's taller than the house.
     
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    Netty Chaotic Gardener Plants Contributor

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    Oh that does not look promising MsKitty. It is a sight I am seeing a lot in my area the past 2 years, and in my case it is Ash trees that have become victim to the Emerald Ash Borer. You may want to check with your city to see which pests/diseases are prevalent in your area.
     



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    It does look sad, especially as I can see the other trees in the neighborhood are already leafed out.
     
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    Ms kitty 01 In Flower

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    Yep, the tree is dying.
     
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    I'm sorry kitty. It is so sad to lose a tree, especially when it's as large as yours.
     
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    Thanks. Yep it's sad.
     

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