>I have a ficus outdoors, planted about two feet from the house, and
>currently standing about 12-15 feet. It has always seemed very healthy,
>but a couple of weeks ago I went outside and found it leaning over, its
>base slightly pulled out of the ground from the weight. I tied it
>upright to the house, but the leaves are turning yellow. Another nearby
>ficus is still very green. I'm in Los Angeles, so the temperatures here
>have been moderate. Should I try digging a deeper hole for it, or do
>you have any other suggestions?
Howard, i am not a tree expert, but in the past, when trees have done
this, they have taken a dive. call the LA ARBORETUM in Arcadia, they
exist to serve you, if you can, ask to speak to my cousin Jim Bauml,
who knows a great deal. something has foozled with the roots of your
tree, is my guess. leaning is one thing, the yellow leaves, it sounds
under attack.
hermine
