Mulberry Tree not doing well at all (London)

[agg221]

They are late leafing out and there appears to be some epicormic growth developing.

 

The key question would appear to be whether what has taken out the top is progressing downwards. If yes, you would need to cut low enough to stop it and do it ASAP. If no, I would be inclined to leave it until autumn so you can see what you actually have to work with.

 

Alec

[Tallgrass]

What's going on at the base? Is it surrounded by grass, soil, astroturf, paving etc. Is it getting enough water? It looks like it has been really heavily pruned and that may have been too much. It could also just be taking it's time to leaf up this year. Some trees are still quite late

[Tallgrass]

Ooops just saw the pic of the base. No decay on the side showing. The white staining looks like residue from an exudate.

[ha2424]

Thanks again for all your suggestions and thoughts. I really do appreciate it!

 

Still not sure whether to reduce crown now or later in the autumn, ...but will make the decision over the weekend.