Overwatering New Leyland Cypress: Classic Establishment Error

Six 10-ft Leylands planted 2 weeks ago on raised soil, mulched, watered every other day + 3 rainy days. Lower foliage yellowing/browning.

Diagnosis

Severe overwatering. Symptoms identical to drought: yellowing, lower needle browning, drooping.

Leylands intolerant of saturated soil. Pan method eliminates guesswork.

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