{"id":728,"date":"2022-09-02T06:31:25","date_gmt":"2022-09-02T11:31:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/arborhilltrees.com\/blog\/?p=728"},"modified":"2022-09-02T06:31:25","modified_gmt":"2022-09-02T11:31:25","slug":"is-my-tree-dying-from-summer-drought","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/arborhilltrees.com\/blog\/is-my-tree-dying-from-summer-drought\/","title":{"rendered":"Is My Tree Dying from Summer Drought?"},"content":{"rendered":"

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This summer has been super-dry pretty much everywhere. From Texas to Iowa, from New York to California, and even from the United Kingdom to China, it seems like drought conditions are being experienced in every corner of the United States and the world. If rain has been in short supply in your neck of the woods, there\u2019s no doubt that your landscaping is feeling the pain. When it comes to watering your landscaping, lawns, flowers, and fruits and veggies are what most people focus on; many don\u2019t really pay their trees much mind. Why? Well, because it\u2019s just kind of assumed that trees are hearty and they can withstand harsh conditions. While even mature tree(s) can struggle, young tree(s) in particular are at a higher risk of dying during a summer drought.<\/p>\n

Is My Tree Dying from Summer Drought?<\/h2>\n

Yes, it is true that various species of trees are hardier than flowers, fruits, veggies, and grass, and can withstand dry conditions for longer periods of time. However, we must remember that trees are living beings. Just like all living beings, trees need water to thrive. After prolonged exposure to drought conditions, trees not only can and will suffer. If the trees don\u2019t receive the water that they need, eventually, they\u2019ll die.<\/p>\n

Are you wondering if your trees are starting to suffer as a result of drought? Read on to learn about the signs that your arboreal friends are starting to get stressed. We also have tips that you can use to help relieve some of the stress caused by excessive dryness.<\/p>\n

Signs of Drought Stress in Trees<\/h3>\n

Both evergreen and deciduous trees are hardier than other kinds of plants in your landscape, such as grass, annual and perennial flowers, and fruits and veggies. That said, however, they can only withstand super-dry, drought conditions for so long, and eventually, they start feeling strained. Younger trees will become stressed before mature trees. However, trees of all ages will suffer if they don\u2019t receive any water for prolonged periods of time.<\/p>\n

How can you tell if your trees are starting to feel stressed? Here\u2019s a look at some of the signs that indicate your arboreal friends are being negatively impacted by the effects of drought.<\/p>\n