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    What is the best soil for cedar trees?
    Katie Gohmann
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    Katherine Gohmann is a Professional Gardener in Texas. She has been a home gardener and professional gardener since 2008.
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    The best soil is one that is moist, well-draining, and slightly acidic.
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    Will cedar apple kill my cedar trees?
    Katie Gohmann
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    Katherine Gohmann is a Professional Gardener in Texas. She has been a home gardener and professional gardener since 2008.
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    Rarely. You can coexist with cedar apple rust, or try to remove the galls that form. Be aware that spores can travel through air easily, however, and removing the galls may not help. There are a few pesticides you can use for prevention.
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    Are wood ashes a good fertilizer for cedars?
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    Yes, wood ashes can be an excellent fertilizer as they will raise the pH of your soil.
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    My cedars are all brown. The roots are still drinking water. Can they come back?
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    It is all dependent on the extent of the damage, and the source of the damage. In general, however, if most of the tree is brown, it's probably not worth saving. If portions of the tree are brown, they can be pruned. The tree should then recover if fertilized and watered appropriately.
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    Who took care of the cedar trees planted by the world leaders during the last summit in Japan?
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    Generally, these trees are taken care of by garden specialists. Rest assured, they are in good hands.
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    When is the best month for me to plant in early fall?
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    It depends on where you live. In general, the day temperatures should be around 50 degrees. Be sure that the new trees are watered weekly for the first six weeks.
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