Mrwurm
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- South East Michigan
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I have two rows of various fruit trees, about 14 trees in all. Two of the trees have started to lean considerably. Closer inspection reveals that the trunk is not solid in the ground. Grabbing the trunk, I can roll it around. The hole in the ground shows about a 2inch gap all around the trunk if I stand the tree upright. These trees have been in the ground for about 5 years and are about 3 to 4 inch diameter at the base. I've noticed quite a bit of Ant activity in and around these trees. Could they have something to do with this? The trees are surrounded by cedar mulch.
I have staked these trees in an effort to save them. Any thoughts ?
I have staked these trees in an effort to save them. Any thoughts ?