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Why Are My Shrubs Dying?

Why Are My Shrubs Dying?

There are many beautiful shrubs to enhance your curb appeal. You have pale pink hydrangeas, grassy green boxwoods,…

Aug 13,2021

There are many beautiful shrubs to enhance your curb appeal. You have pale pink hydrangeas, grassy green boxwoods, and rosy red azaleas to name a few. What is not charming, however, are dull, brown shrubs. If you are not careful, your delightful shrubs can wither away and die, turning from valuable assets to liabilities. Understanding why shrubs die is the first step toward making sure yours last for as long as possible. Continue reading to learn about the many factors that cause a decline in shrubs. If you have any questions or concerns, or if you want to hire an ISA-certified arborist, then call Sesmas Tree Service. We are always happy to help.

Why Are My Shrubs Dying?

Pests and Diseases

Let’s start with the obvious: pest and disease infestations. There is a countless number of fungus, bacteria, and viruses that can damage your shrubs. Boxwood blight, for example, causes lesions on leaves and stems. Fire blight, meanwhile, will turn leaves, stems, twigs, and fruits to brown then black.

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Pests and insects such as borers can also destroy your shrubs by feasting on leaves, stems, and even roots. Fortunately, there are many treatments for such infestations. The arborists at Sesmas Tree Service have a range of pre- and post-emergent treatments.

Environmental Factors

Georgia heat and humidity is tough for us to handle and also stressful for some plants and shrubs. There are some species that can suffer severely in the heat and humidity, or even the cool, shaded areas. In short, each species thrives in specific environments. Be sure to research your desired shrub and plant it in its ideal environment.

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3 large Leyland Cypress trees removed near front of our home. Excellent service, professional crew, very competitive pricing for superior work! Rolando provided the initial estimate and the  follow up and was the best in terms of customer relations. I'd both use this company again AND highly recommend them.

Susan Hitchcock

This is the 2nd time we have used Sesmas Tree Service. They are a wonderful company to deal with. They were on time, professional, and very thorough. They cleaned up prior to leaving and went out of their way to protect our plants and landscaping. And they kept to their proposal with no hidden cost or add ons. Definitely a five star experience!

Gene McFadden

Wow!  I deal with tree services in my professional work and I can honestly say Sesmas is by far the most professional, best equipped, efficient, safety conscious, and communicative service I've ever encountered.  Their price was very reasonable and they even went so far as to include additional work without increasing the price.  Call them!  Now! They are very quick to respond.

Scott McLendon

We've used Sesmas several times and have always received excellent service.  Estimates are quick and easy and the crew is efficient and leaves the property clean of debris.  Recently we needed a tree removed next to a heavily landscaped area.  Sebastian went over everything with me in detail and listened to my concerns.  The crew did an excellent job in removing the tree with minimal disturbance to the surrounding area.  We are pleased and will consider them again in the future for pruning and tree removal.

Tonia Griswold

Sesmas Tree Service was amazing! I had two dead trees cut and a lot of trees that were already down on my property removed. Sebastian came out and sent the quote in writing within 24 hours. We were in the process of scheduling the service when a slot opened up sooner snd I was able to go ahead and get the work done. Everything was explained ahead of time for what to expect. The crew was very efficient and professional.  All of the work and cleanup was done in one day. I would recommend Sesmas for your tree cutting/cleanup needs.

LaDora Woods

I hired Sesmas to cut down a very tricky tree that was hanging over my house as well as a few large limbs. They did a great job and had the machinery to get the job done right.

Perry Hartman

Great experience with Sesmas. They were meticulous with my tree removal, safe and efficient. David’s communication throughout the process was much appreciated. Highly recommend!

Lindsay Ellenburg

Great experience with Sesmas Tree Service. The arborist who came out was a Board Certified Master Arborist, and you could immediately tell he knew his stuff. He took the time to explain what needed to be done, gave us clear options, and helped us feel confident from start to finish. The whole process was easy and professional. We’ll definitely use them again.

Ed Martin

The shrubs are affected by the heat and humidity as well as the soil quality. In fact, even the wrong type or amount of fertilizer can damage your shrubs. In essence, you want to make sure your shrubs are getting the appropriate minerals.

Your ISA-certified arborist at Sesmas Tree Service can perform a soil test to evaluate whether it is appropriate for your shrubs. We can even apply fertilizer that best suits your shrubs. Call Sesmas Tree Service to learn about our products and services today.

How To Stop Shrubs From Dying

If you are noticing signs of disease, pest infestations, or decay, then act quickly. In fact, we recommend you stay proactive and prevent these threats in the first place. If you are not sure of how to care for the shrubs, then consider calling Sesmas Tree Service to schedule a consultation. We are also happy to schedule an appointment with one of our ISA-certified arborists. Explore our website or call now to learn about our tree services and products. Our live representatives and arborists are always happy to help.

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