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Crabapple Lifespan and Extending It

A 35-year-old crabapple is declining. No fixed lifespan exists—trees succumb when accumulated stresses exceed capacity. Dogwoods often last ~30 years; oaks far longer.

To maximize longevity: keep roots cool and moist with mulch, and retain foliage as long as possible each season. Healthy roots and sustained photosynthesis give the tree its best chance.

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