Hi! I have a very mature Osage Orange (Horse Apple) Tree in the Dallas, Texas area. We’ve been in our home for three years and never noticed any issues with it.

This year, the lower branches have leafed out, but the top branches have yet to bloom at all. I can’t remember when it bloomed last year but I feel like it should have all of its leaves by now. There are large buds (I think?) on the limbs.

I’m considering calling an arborist, but I didn’t want to overreact prematurely. I don’t know if I am just paying more attention this year because I’m spending much more time at home. :)

Thank you in advance for any advice or opinions you can offer! I am obviously not very knowledgeable!