Sungold Thread Cypress Browning in Scarsdale, NY (Zone 6)

Scarsdale, NY gardener: one of three Sungold Thread Cypress shows brown underneath branches. Afternoon sun location.

Likely Not Gardener Error

Research reveals no clear cause. Could be natural shading of inner foliage, minor cultural issue, or cultivar trait.

Recommendation

• Do nothing unless condition spreads.
• Contact Cornell Cooperative Extension, Westchester County Master Gardeners: counties.cce.cornell.edu/westchester.
• Bring sample for diagnosis.

Local expertise best for regional issues.