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Diagnosing Declining Bradford Pear: Age, Dog Urine & Exposed Roots

Bradford pears live 20–25 years. At 7+ years in, decline likely signals end of life. Fire blight shows scorched tips—absent here. Dog urine helps (nitrogen) unless extreme. Exposed roots on a slope + possible herbicide/oil spills = stress. Fertilize with tree spikes; if major dieback occurs, remove—it becomes a hazard.

They don't live long. Plan replacement now.

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