{"id":1718,"date":"2021-11-01T08:17:00","date_gmt":"2021-11-01T08:17:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/treeserviceharrisburg.com\/?p=1718"},"modified":"2021-11-11T07:34:19","modified_gmt":"2021-11-11T07:34:19","slug":"signs-that-your-tree-is-sick-and-dying-and-what-you-can-do-to-save-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/treeserviceharrisburg.com\/signs-that-your-tree-is-sick-and-dying-and-what-you-can-do-to-save-it\/","title":{"rendered":"Telltale Signs That Your Tree Is Sick and Dying (and What You Can Do To Save It)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Just like humans, trees need consistent water, carbon dioxide, food, and nutrients from the soil and sun to grow and survive. Unfortunately, they can also get sick and die like any other living organism. Some diseases and infections that affect trees can be caused by pathogens and invasive insects, resulting in tree death. It takes an experienced arborist to identify what problem may be plaguing your tree. As a tree owner, you need to ensure that your tree is safe and healthy. We have listed down the most common symptoms to determine if you have a sick tree on your property. It is important that you know these signs to check if you need the help of a skilled and competent arborist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

First, Visually Inspect Your Tree and Its Parts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you have noticed something odd on your tree, one of the first things to do is check its parts! The earlier you spot its symptoms, the sooner you can take necessary actions. Early tree treatment is always recommended by tree experts, so make sure to regularly inspect your trees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To do this, you need to start from the ground up and examine the roots, trunk, foliage, and branches. Look for any signs of cankers, peeling barks, small holes, dying branches, and brown-tipped, deformed leaves. Keep reading below to see some of the warning signs you should always be on the lookout for. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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An Example of a Cavity in a Dead Tree Trunk<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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This Tree Toppled due to extensive root rot.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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A completely dead tree (still standing) with bare branches and twigs<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Trunk and Bark Problems<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There is a big possibility that your tree is sick if you have observed several wounds or cavities in its trunk and bark.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Trunk\/Bark Sickness Symptoms<\/h3>\n\n\n\n