When leaves changes colors early, you may think it look great, but it is actually a cause for concern. This is because one of a few signs which indicate it could be unhealthy. If any of the trees on your property started showing fall colors prior to October, you need the help of a profession to keep your healthy and safe.

Trees which are under some form of distress can shut down early for winter. Trees which are under distress can often change in color prior to other healthy trees of the same variety planted in the same area.  In addition to changing colors early, a distresses or sick tree can drop its leaves early too.

There are several factors which could be the cause for the tree becoming unhealthy. A tree professional, like the pros at Atlanta Tree Arbors, can tell you upon the examination of the tree if any of the following are the causes of illness in a tree.-

1.)    Insects- One of the culprits which can cause a tree to shut down early are insects. Some insects can be fatal to a tree such as Emerald Ash Borer.

2.)    Disease – One of the tree diseases which are generally identified during the fall months is Bacterial Leaf Scorch, or BLS. A tree profession which identifies this disease can treat a tree now with a proper bio stimulant. In the spring season they can then treat the tree with a proper antibiotic to return the tree to its once healthy state.

Another factor which could cause a tree to become ill is decay. A tree which is shutting down early from decay can have symptoms such as shelf fungi or mushrooms growing out of trunk of the tree or its root system. 

If your trees are showing any signs of illness then its best to have a Decatur tree professional visit your property as soon as possible. Not only so they identify the problem and save your trees, but for safety factors. Sick trees can develop a lot of deadwood which can become brittle and break off easily during strong winds it under the weight of ice.

A Decatur tree professional can trim back dead or damaged tree limbs. They can also install cable to help support weak limbs on trees which can be weak or splitting apart. As long as the hardware is installed at the right height and at the right tension, the tree can be saved.

Prevention can be found in the form of fall treatments. These can help to get rid of pests like: Scale, Hemlock Adelgid, Lace Bugs, Spider Mites and Emerald Ash Borer.

Another precaution a Decatur tree professional may take is to treat the tree with a time released fertilizer. This helps in stimulating root growth and improves the capacity of the roots to absorb necessary nutrients throughout the winter so it can be even stronger in the spring.

Moisture loss can cause trees to suffer from what is known as Winter Burn. By treating trees with anti-desiccants, it is possible to keep the tree from drying out by avoiding the loss of moisture through leaves and needles on evergreens.

These are all great examples of why you need the help of a Decatur tree professional to help you with protecting your trees through the colder months. You may start the call because you notice the leaves changing color early, but you will appreciate the other ways in which you can find help from these professionals.

Call to get the help you need with your trees when you call the Decatur tree professional service at Atlanta Tree Arbors. When calling to set an appointment in Decatur, you can get the help you need at 770-256-4599.