Japanese Maple Root Exposure During Septic Work: Partial Recovery Likely

Week of Exposed Roots = One-Sided Dieback

Exposed roots die from heat/air. Tree compensates by dropping leaves on that side. Over years, roots regrow and canopy fills in.

Other tree unaffected = proof it's root injury, not disease.

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