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My yew problem #933527

Asked May 30, 2026, 10:49 AM EDT

The upright yews on the north side of my home have a lot of dead needles. What's up? Others, just west of those pictured, have some dead needles, but much fewer, and generally appear healthy

Ramsey County Minnesota

Expert Response

We can't determine what's causing the problem by viewing photos, however, the following publication discusses several things that might account for it. By considering growing conditions specific to the site, you may be able to identify the most likely cause.

https://yardandgarden.extension.iastate.edu/article/2006/5-17/yew.html
An Ask Extension Expert Replied May 30, 2026, 11:15 AM EDT

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