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Tree Recovery After Insecticide Burn

Spraying Sevin on a hot, sunny afternoon can scorch leaves, causing massive defoliation. Once leaves drop, all you can do is wait. The good news: young trees often survive and leaf out again next spring. Keep them watered and avoid further stress.

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