The tree in the close up picture looks like a corkscrew willow.

if you are concerned about how well they are doing .. and i see one has already been topped..

come on over to the tree forum ...

ken

Blighted, ugly little corkscrew willow with a wonderful bamboo behind - what to do would be a no brainer for me.

is there any reason.. a viable branch of the willow.. wouldnt root like any other willow????

both look improperly planted.. telephone poled.. grass invading.. most likely improperly planted .. crooked .... and improper watering ...

i think bboy would cut bait.. and start over ... but he can speak for himself ... i would ...

though i f i were the experimenting for learning type.. i would see if i could rescue them ...

see above re tree forum ...

ken