The Crossword Centre Clue-Writing Competition

CCCWC Christmas Special competition voters’ comments
 
Clue no. 16: One year from now, the elm starts to turn very terribly bare, stunted and reduced to tatters

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A clue to TWELVEMONTH / A thematic word of your choice (Right & Left).
2 comments refer to this clue (from 1 competitor, 1 other)

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Comments on the clue
1.Not sure about 'very terribly' or tatters (intr.), or that the overall image quite adds up. In the points though!
2.Elegant seasonal surface.