Trees are prone to different problems, from leaf yellowing and wilting to changes in tree bark and branch death. Evaluating the situation and determining what’s wrong can help you find a suitable solution and prevent the tree’s condition from worsening. My Arborist provides quality tree services to help tree owners get customized solutions for issues their trees may be experiencing. Here are ways to determine what’s wrong with your tree:
Evaluate for Signs of Illness
A disease affecting your tree could be the reason for its unhealthy growth and appearance. An example is the Dutch elm disease that occurs due to the fungus Ophiostoma novo-ulmi. This fungus hinders nutrient and water transportation to the leaves, causing leaf yellowing and dark brown stains under the bark. Anthracnose diseases, also known as leaf spots, produce patchy dead areas on the leaves. Other diseases your tree may suffer from are bronze leaf disease, heart rot, oak wilt, bacterial wetwood, ash dieback, and horse chestnut bleeding canker. Professional tree services can help you determine the disease affecting your tree and create a personalized treatment program.
Check for Insect Infestation
Sometimes pests are the reason for your trees’ poor health. Aphids are common insects that damage plants and cause unhealthy growth. When they attack in large numbers, they cause leaf curling and discoloration. They also produce honeydew, a substance that encourages the growth of sooty mold fungus. The gypsy moth is another insect that lays caterpillar-producing eggs, and these caterpillars feed on leaves and defoliate plants. Scale insects suck tree sap and cause wilting, leaf discoloration, branch dieback, and other issues. Other common insects are forest tent caterpillars, fall webworms, ips beetles, weevils, and shade tree borers. Our tree services expert will evaluate for insect infestation and recommend safe insecticides. They will also recommend tips to prevent insect infestations.
Evaluate Environment Site Conditions
Trees need favorable conditions to thrive and grow, and if these conditions are not present, you may notice poor health and overall stunted growth. Underwatering can cause wilting, curling leaves, and browning leaves. Overwatering can also cause wilting because it deprives the roots of enough oxygen. Soil quality also matters because it must have proper drainage and aeration to allow quicker air and water exchange between the roots. Fertilization provides the necessary nutrients, such as potassium, phosphorus, and nitrogen, that promote healthy growth.
Our tree services professional can come to your property and determine whether the environmental conditions available support proper tree growth. If not, they will recommend suitable solutions like watering and fertilization to improve the conditions.
Get a Professional Arborist
Rather than determining the problem with your trees through trial and error, get an arborist for a professional tree evaluation. These tree experts are knowledgeable and experienced, and they can quickly narrow down potential causes for timely treatment. They also know quality treatment methods to restore your tree’s health. At My Arborist, we conduct thorough assessments to determine the specific causes and create customized treatment programs. We also use family and pet-friendly products to preserve the environment and desirable insects like bees and butterflies.
Choose My Arborist for Quality Tree Services
If your tree shows poor health signs, handle the situation as soon as possible. Waiting too long can worsen the situation, making it more challenging to solve and sometimes leading to tree death. At My Arborist, we’re here to evaluate your tree, determine the cause of its poor health, and develop effective solutions. Contact us today to book an appointment.