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New Weeping Willow Leaf Tip Blackening and Curling: Transplant Stress

April-planted weeping willow shows black leaf tips and curling despite frequent watering.

Diagnosis

If most leaves affected, it's likely unfavorable root/soil environment, not infectious disease. Willows love moisture but newly planted trees suffer from "wet feet" with constant watering.

Correction

Water thoroughly at planting, then allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Keep soil moist but not saturated. Overwatering new transplants causes root rot and leaf symptoms.

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