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Thank you everyone. I have some pics of it in various states of decline...sort of a depressing litany. I will try to post some over in the gallery. This is pretty old wood (the hedge was installed in 1961, according to a neighbor), so I am intrigued by the idea of 'boxwood decline'. You guys know the story-- I have about 35 other trees (including other collected boxwoods), I use the same water/feeding regimen on them, and have had no problems. From what I have observed, my water is relatively neutral, but I'll have to get some kits and check water/soil to confirm. On the other hand, this tree may just not have the horses. One thing is relatively certain: this year will tell. It's a great trunk, with deadwood shaped by over years of weather.

I appreciate your input; I'll look into the ph issue.

18-Feb-2005	#9
Greg_Simmons bonsaiTALK Neophyte Join Date: Sep-2003 Country: USA Posts: 8	Thank you everyone. I have some pics of it in various states of decline...sort of a depressing litany. I will try to post some over in the gallery. This is pretty old wood (the hedge was installed in 1961, according to a neighbor), so I am intrigued by the idea of 'boxwood decline'. You guys know the story-- I have about 35 other trees (including other collected boxwoods), I use the same water/feeding regimen on them, and have had no problems. From what I have observed, my water is relatively neutral, but I'll have to get some kits and check water/soil to confirm. On the other hand, this tree may just not have the horses. One thing is relatively certain: this year will tell. It's a great trunk, with deadwood shaped by over years of weather. I appreciate your input; I'll look into the ph issue. __________________ Greg_Simmons