it is very hard to grow TREES indoors ...

even damaged leaves process light into energy .... do not cut them off .. or any part of them ..

it looks like its not getting enough light.. this is a full sun tree ... not a half dark houseplant that thrives indoors ... you probably need a light setup ...

it also looks a bit mottled ... i wonder about sucking bugs on the backs of the leaves ...

im also wondering what media you have it planted in ... trees do not prefer the usual water retaining media most houseplants favor ....

and how big is the pot .... is it rootbound? .. tip it out and find out ... take a pic .... and give us a pic of the whole plant and pot ....

what is your plan for when it goes into dormancy ??

can you plant it outdoors in fall ... free willy and all ....

ken

hi ken thank you for all the advice. i was planning on moving them outside as soon as i got them but I didnt have the time to make a proper protective fence for them and then they just sat. I will slowly start putting them outside and watering properly, hopefully the rot will sort out.

The soil should be ok and the pot looks to be a good size for them, and they are not root bound. I got it from a nursery/chestnut event, so i take it would be alright. I'm still trying to find a good place for it in my yard.

when you put them outside for hardening off .... full bright shade.. no direct sun ...

good luck

ken