Tricolor Beech Stunted Growth: Ants Indicate Aphids or Dry Soil

New home, tricolor beech stopped growing in spring, leaves started then stopped. Large anthill nearby. Planted on mound, not full sun.

Diagnosis

Ants mean: 1) very dry soil, or 2) aphids attracting ants (honeydew). Blackened leaves, leaf loss are aphid signs. Check leaf undersides for bugs.

Atomic Grow spray restores tree health organically. Address watering if dry. Control aphids and ants follow.

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