Leaf Scorch 101: How To Fix It For a Greener Lawn
During the hot summer months, leaf scorch is major issue that causes brown leaves to drop from trees prematurely. Organic lawn care products like Revive can help make your lawn healthier , but the most common problem contributing to leaf scorch is improper watering. Is leaf scorch a problem in your neighborhood? Learn more from the story below: Leaf Scorch During the hot days of summer, many trees, shrubs, flowers and vegetables develop dry, brown leaf margins. The tissue between the main veins may also be affected causing leaf spots. In severe cases, entire leaves will turn brown or black and die. Some trees, such as aspens, are especially susceptible, but the condition may occur in many other species. Evergreens can also suffer leaf scorch in which the needle ends turn a light tan or pinkish color. If the condition persists, needles will turn brown or develop brown bands, and may drop off. Both of these conditions are called leaf scorch, caused by a tree or shrub’s inabili...