Trees add beauty to any landscape, they provide shade, improve air quality, lower temperatures and play a huge role in our environment. However, just like everything else trees too need regular care, otherwise, they can become structurally weak and diseased. At Anchor Tree Services, we understand how important it is to maintain your trees regularly. Let’s understand some of the common tree problems and how to address them to keep your trees healthy.
Pests and Diseases
Trees are prone to pest attacks from a variety of insects like termites, beetles, ants, and caterpillars. These pests can cause serious damage to the tree by feeding on leaves, bark, and even the tree trunk. Some early signs of pest problems include discolored or deformed leaves, holes in the bark, and sticky substances on the ground near the tree. Often, trees also suffer from diseases caused by fungi, bacteria, and viruses. Some common symptoms of tree diseases are spots on leaves, leaves wilting, and cankers on the bark.
Nutrient Deficiencies
To grow healthy and strong, trees need a balanced supply of nutrients. If a tree suffers from a deficiency in key nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium then it can lead to stunted growth, yellowing leaves, and poor leaf development.
Doing regular soil tests can help detect any such nutrient deficiencies early on, based on the results you can buy specific fertilizers to restore soil balance and quality. While fertilizing you must ensure that you don’t over-fertilize as this can harm the tree.
Improper Pruning
Periodic pruning is essential to keep trees maintained and in good shape. However, while pruning care must be taken as improper pruning can cause more harm than good. Common mistakes that amateurs make are cutting too much of the tree at once, cutting too close to the trunk, and removing healthy branches. These practices can result in stress, poor growth, and make the tree more disease-prone. It’s best to contact a tree care professional as they have the expertise and knowledge about proper pruning techniques. They can help inspect your trees regularly and trim dead or weak branches to facilitate healthy growth.
Environmental Stress
Environmental factors like soil becoming tight, pollution, and drought can also lead to tree stress. During droughts, trees don’t get sufficient water which leads to wilting and leaves falling, whereas tight soil can restrict root growth. Trees in urban areas often suffer from pollution, which negatively affects their overall health.
Thus, it’s important to properly water your trees, especially during summers and dry months. Tilling of soil should be done to avoid soil tightening around the tree’s roots and mulch should be added to help retain moisture.
Root Problems
Keeping tree roots healthy is vital for stability and nutrient uptake. Overwatering can cause roots to rot and competition with other plants can negatively affect tree health. Common signs of root issues are poor growth, leaning trees, and mushrooms growing near the tree’s base.
To manage these root problems, it’s important to avoid planting too many plants near the tree to ensure proper drainage. If you are unsure how to tackle root issues, contact a tree care professional for expert advice.
Keeping Your Trees Healthy
Reach out to Anchor Tree Services to get expert tree care at competitive prices. Our seasoned team can help you manage and resolve these common problems and ensure your trees remain healthy and beautiful for years to come.
