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In my experience, Chinese Elms are apt to drop their leaves when assaulted with systemics...they bounce back readily, but it can be alarming the first time it happens!
"You know, this time of year with Chinese elms, sometimes the leaves just don't know when to die..." Well, probably not if it was outdoors in Vermont!

Here in SC that's definitely true though. I assume you must be keeping it indoors. Mine have been much healthier each year since I started keeping them all outside and allowing a 'winter' dormancy. Of course my 'winter' is pretty tame so check with locals for winter protection strategy in your area.

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19-Jan-2006	#7
JohnQuinn bonsaiTALK Master Craftsman Join Date: Jan-2005 Location: South Carolina Country: US USDA Zone: 8 AHS Heat Zone: 8-9 Posts: 920	In my experience, Chinese Elms are apt to drop their leaves when assaulted with systemics...they bounce back readily, but it can be alarming the first time it happens! "You know, this time of year with Chinese elms, sometimes the leaves just don't know when to die..." Well, probably not if it was outdoors in Vermont! Here in SC that's definitely true though. I assume you must be keeping it indoors. Mine have been much healthier each year since I started keeping them all outside and allowing a 'winter' dormancy. Of course my 'winter' is pretty tame so check with locals for winter protection strategy in your area. __________________ A positive attitude may not solve all your problems, but it will annoy enough people to make it worth the effort. Herm Albright (1876 - 1944) Interplast Sivananda Center