While leaves naturally turn brown during fall, it’s concerning when they change color in the summer months. There are several diseases your plants can catch during the warm season. Learning about them can give you insights into appropriate tree maintenance steps to help your foliage recover. The following conditions commonly cause leaves to wilt in prime blooming season.

What Causes Leaves to Turn Brown?

1. Leaf Scorch

This condition occurs if the tree consumes water quicker than its roots absorb moisture from the soil. When this happens, branches furthest from the root system are likely to receive insufficient hydration, causing the leaves to start turning brown on the edges. While this marks the onset of leaf scorch, the condition will only worsen if the tree suffers from dehydration for an extended period. That’s why it’s more likely to occur in areas hit by a drought.

2. Transplant Shock

Moving a tree from one location to another can cause transplant shock. As it adjusts to the new environment, soil, and natural lighting situation, some of its leaves may turn brown and fall off. Allow the tree enough time to acclimatize itself to its new surroundings and help it overcome the shock with regular care.

3. Soil Issues

Excessively waterlogged soil may also create an unfriendly environment and inhibit tree growth. Wet soil may also prevent roots from expanding and growing to their full potential. This affects their ability to absorb enough moisture to hydrate the tree, eventually leading to leaf scorch. Roots may also lose their integrity due to a particularly dry winter spell, over-fertilization, or construction processes. 

How Can Tree Maintenance Help?

Although there’s no way to undo the damage done by leaf scorch, you can ensure optimal future growth with proper tree maintenance. Water your foliage regularly, especially during the winter months. Choose a relatively warmer day to irrigate your trees at least once a month. It also helps to hire a professional tree service to keep the plants in shape and prune excess branches and leaves.

Prevent brown leaves by ensuring proper tree maintenance throughout the year. Anytime you need expert tree services, simply turn to the team at Above All Tree Care. Since 2001, they have provided top-tier and reliable professional tree care to clients throughout Chisago and Washington Counties, MN, and the surrounding areas. For further information about their services, call (651) 257-2136 or visit their website.