Signs of a Dying or Sick Tree

Have you noticed the bark on your tree starting to peel more than usual? Is there brown fungus growing along the truck? Never ignore these seemingly small problems, as they could be signs of a dying or sick tree.

Do you find yourself wondering, “How do I know when my tree is dying?” Read through the symptoms below and determine if your tree is experiencing any. If so, contact a tree service professional right away. They can best determine whether your tree is beyond saving or not:

• Dying or damaged leaves: Wondering how to know when your tree is dying? Look at the leaves. Problems that could signal a problem include holes in leaves, discoloration or deformed leaves. Symptoms involving dead leaves often indicate improper watering. You can easily fix this problem by giving your trees an adequate amount of water. That said, it’s always better to have an expert diagnose the problem.
• Cracks: Cracks are a common problem with trees in winter, often due to frost and/or sun scalding. These cracks can appear along the trunk and branches of your trees. Small cracks may not seem like a big deal at first, but they can make your tree more susceptible to disease and insect infestations. The best way to prevent cracking is by pruning your trees in early winter.
• Peeling bark: Peeling bark could indicate that your tree has contracted a disease and needs professional attention. If your tree loses too much back, it will be unable to keep in enough nutrients. That said, it’s normal for trees to lose a little bit of bark throughout the year.
• Fungus: Fungus growing on your tree is never a good sign. A brown fungus called inonotus dryadeus is especially bad news, as it can cause root rot. Be sure to take care of fungus as soon as possible to prevent it from spreading and completely destroying your tree.
• Powdery mildew: Powdery mildew is a disease that can affect trees of all kinds. As with fungus, it’s important to acknowledge and eradicate powdery mildew as soon as possible. Diseases can quickly and easily kill a tree if they don’t receive proper treatment.

Contact a professional when necessary

If you’re wondering how to know when your tree is dying, simply check for the symptoms mentioned above. These symptoms are usually easy to spot and diagnose. You should never ignore the signs of a sick or dying tree.

Contact a professional to take a look at your sick tree and offer advice on what to do next. If your tree is beyond help, it may be time to remove it and plant another one. You don’t want to risk the safety of yourself and anyone else on your property by trying to save a tree that’s beyond saving.

Those who need help with their dying or sick trees should contact the experts at BBD Tree Service right away. We’ll be at your property in no time to help in any way we can.

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