Yews transplanted in early April in Pennsylvania showing inner needle yellowing and brown lower tips are in classic transplant shock. The weekly rain helps, but severed roots can't yet supply the canopy's needs. Inner needle drop is a stress response—yews shed older foliage to reduce water demand.
Apply organic fertilizer (Holly-tone, Plant-tone) around the drip line—slow release minimizes burn risk. Water deeply during dry spells (soak 18 inches). Mulch 3 inches. Do not prune—yews need all photosynthetic capacity for root regeneration.
Recovery signs: new light-green growth at branch tips by early summer. Full establishment takes 1-2 years. Yews are tough—if the root ball was adequate and drainage good, they'll recover.
Warning: yews hate wet feet. Ensure the site drains. If clay, plant high with amended soil.
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