At all times, all the trees on your property should be strong and healthy. If a tree is rotting, it is a major hazard that can cause harm when it falls when the weather turns harsh. If it is a sick tree, it can spread disease to neighboring trees. Whether the tree is entirely on your property or has crossed a property line, you might be wondering how you can tell if a tree is dead.
The Twigs Sign
One way of telling if your tree is dying is to check if it has broken branches around it. Move closer to the tree and inspect the twigs. Break one of the twigs and determine how it feels. If you notice that the twig still has green tissue on the inside, it is a sign that the tree is still alive. If it is dying slowly, as seen on the outside of the twig, it’ll easily snap. At this point, you should call a professional arborist to determine if the tree can still be saved or if it should be removed.
Presence of Infection
Like any other living thing, trees are prone to infections caused by insects, pests, or old age. The presence of yellowing in the leaves or any other form of discoloration will tell you that your tree is stressed. If there are no other signs to tell if a tree is dead except the leaves changing color, you should call a professional arborist to make a proper diagnosis.
The States of the Roots
The roots of a tree are the source of its life, and if they are protruding unnaturally above the ground, it is a sign that your tree is not holding on to life as strongly as it should. A tree should have its roots firmly in the ground unless there has been some digging in the area or severe weather has unearthed some of its roots. If a large section of the root system is affected, your tree can eventually die.
Signs of Aging
Another way to tell if your tree will be dead soon is to check its age. Some trees can live for a long time, but ornamental trees tend to have shorter life spans of about 25 to 30 years. These trees easily succumb to pest attacks or diseases. If you have ornamental trees on your property, you can use their age to determine if they are dying or dead already.
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We Can Help You Inspect Your Trees
Tree inspection is tedious and takes time, but our professionals at Absolute Lawn Pros are always happy to assist. Contact us today for tree service in Cumming. We can help restore your dying trees or remove the dead ones while also providing professional lawn maintenance, lawn treatment, and landscape installation services to keep your entire outdoor space healthy and beautiful.
Joshua holds a Bachelor of Science in Business from DeVry University, earned in 2012 while studying part-time and running his company full-time. He founded Absolute Lawn Pros in 1998 to provide lawn care in Cumming, Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Suwanee, and surrounding areas. With more than 25 years of hands-on experience, he has built a structured approach to lawn mowing, landscape installation, and ongoing maintenance service that gives clients a beautiful, worry-free place to live at a fair price. His commitment to continuous improvement drives both the growth of Absolute Lawn Pros and the healthy growth of his clients’ lawns and landscapes.
