By Petecaton
Lancashire,
United Kingdom 
Can anyone please tell me if this shrub is dead, having cut it back due to wilting throughout. It is a Black Lace.
23 Aug, 2023
Answers
I agree with Jimmy's suggestions.
23 Aug, 2023
Thanks Jimmy & Seaburngirl.......
29 Aug, 2023
If you scratch the bark in several places and it is green then there is still some life in the shrub. If it is brown then it is likely to be dead.
23 Aug, 2023