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Dog-Damaged Weeping Willow: Will It Sprout Back?

A young weeping willow had its top half chewed off by a dog. Willows sprout vigorously. Remove broken branches cleanly. The tree will resprout in spring. By mid-summer, assess shape and prune to recreate tree form. Protect new growth from dog.

Recovery Steps

Clean up jagged breaks.
Wait for spring sprouts.
Select best leaders in summer.

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