One of the more common tree diseases you might see on your oak, sycamore, or elm is bacterial leaf scorch. The symptoms of this infection are most noticeable towards the end of summer and beginning of fall throughout the southern and eastern US, and it may be mistaken for a lack of water because it shows up on the leaves of infected trees as crispy, brown edges. This is because the bacteria affects the tree’s ability to process water, which starves the extremities. Here, we’ll go over how bacterial leaf scorch is spread, how to identify it, and what can be done to control an infection.

A Tree Falls in Your Yard: What Now?

We love the trees that line our neighborhood streets and stand tall in our yards, but when one of them falls over, it may have to be dealt with differently depending on where it lands. Part of your tree management strategy should include keeping an eye on the condition of trees in your yard, as well as those in your neighbors’ yards that are tall enough to reach your property, in anticipation that the winds of fate may blow in your direction. In this article, we’ll discuss how to minimize and deal with the damage, disruption, and potential conflict that may arise from a fallen tree in a neighborhood setting.

DIY Winter Tree Care

Learn what steps you can take to help your tree go dormant this fall, make it through the winter, and wake up happy and healthy in spring.

EAB Update

Ash trees in Nashville are facing massive death and decline from Emerald Ash Borer in the next two to three years.

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Leaf Scorch

Extreme heat and lack of water could be causing leaf scorch on your dogwood tree.

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Signs of a Failing Tree

An unhealthy tree is not only at risk of being lost, but it may also pose risks for injury or property damage. Read on to learn the main signs that your tree is weakening or in poor health.

Laurel Wilt Spreads to Nashville

Sassafras trees in Nashville and Middle Tennessee are under threat from Laurel wilt, a fungal disease that skipped across hundreds of miles and reached our region sooner than expected.

Why Nashvillians Should Cut Down Bradford Pear Trees

The Bradford, or Callery, Pear tree is an invasive species in the United States and is spreading across Tennessee. Learn why this species is causing so much damage!

How to Slowly Kill Your Tree, Part 3: Planting Too Deeply

When planting a tree, roots should be kept near the surface level of the ground so they can get enough air, water, and topsoil nutrients during early stages of growth.

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What to Consider When Replanting Trees After Storms

When planting trees, choosing them based on their characteristics and future growth patterns helps make the urban forest strong and safe for residents.

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