Trees, Shrubs and Conifers: Hinoki 'nana' struggling, 1 by WigglyPaw

WigglyPaw wrote:
I have had this Hinoki for a few years now, kept it watered, never sprayed it.
Today, I decided to spray with Volck, and then take some pix and post it here.

I will post a few more pictures of it.
I also will post one of the root ball burlap, slightly above ground level as directed to
plant it by the nurseryman. I got this from Underwood nursery, reputable. Since this
is the second summer I am sure it is not under warranty anymore...sigh.

I planted this in the Fall of 07.
I also planted at that time, a Pinus strobus globula, which is doing well.

Is there any hope for my Hinoki? Do you think the Volck was a good idea in case there
is spider mites?
Thank you in advance for thinking about my Hinoki and helping me
Sheri