Contorted Willow

I have one of these in heavy soil in it's second year of planting...around 12 feet high.Over the whole tree at the very extremities of the branches small clumps of leaves have died.
It still looks fine and is growing vigorously, but I am curious as to a possible cause.needless to say there is no shortage of water this year.

 

That is strange, as Shiney says usually no problems with willows, but last year I had one with similar problems. As it was getting too big I cut it back to bush size, and very little has grown this year. My neighbour has a large one which is showing similar symptoms this year, and as you say no lack of water.

 

Hi

its got a fungus (bacterial blight & powdery mildew) spray with a rose fungiside it will help clear it up , repeat again in 4 weeks time , in the winter clear away all the fallen leaves and burn them if you can .

Give it a good mulch in early spring and spray just as the buds are opening .

Spruce

 

Hey!?
That's quite a confident statement to make when the photo shows no signs of either. I'd agree with shiney on the causes, but further investigation would be required in order to fully diagnose the problem.

 

Thank you people...

 

Following my post above...the willow in the rear garden has leaves that are very pale and dropping already...for a few weeks now.
Meanwhile another in the front garden has leaves dark in colour and generally looks a lot healthier...no leaves dropping as yet.

Any further comments please...

 

Thank you....I'll stop worrying about them now and see what the new year brings...ie maybe a warmer less windy spring...