Tree Problems - Nonliving

Storm damage signs can be obvious and the injury can allow insects and diseases to enter.

Freeze damage is usually the cause of damage to early spring blooming trees and shrubs.

Severe bark or trunk damage can result from a mechanical injury restricting the plant’s ability to transport water, nutrients, and food.

Trees struck by lightning may exhibit a variety of symptoms.

Too much water or changes in the flow of water can cause the decline of trees and shrubs.

Juglone, a chemical compound produced by black walnut tree roots, inhibits the growth of nearby plants.

Multiple factors can cause woody plants to fail to produce blossoms.

Trees and shrubs planted along roadways and sidewalks can be injured by deicing salts and road spray.

Water sprouts or suckers are a symptom of a tree under stress.

Grade changes can be necessary during construction but also cause problems for trees.