Trees and shrubs are essential to your landscape, offering shade, beauty, and ecological benefits. To keep them thriving, it’s crucial to know when they need a nutrient boost. Fertilizing at the right time can significantly enhance their health and vigor. Here’s how to determine if your trees and shrubs could benefit from a fertilization program.
Signs Your Trees and Shrubs Need Fertilizer
- Poor Growth: If your trees and shrubs are growing slowly or not at all, it might be a sign they lack essential nutrients. Healthy plants should show consistent growth during the growing season.
- Yellowing Leaves: Chlorosis, or yellowing leaves, can indicate a nutrient deficiency, particularly in nitrogen, iron, or manganese. Leaves should be vibrant and green; any significant change in color might warrant fertilization.
- Leaf Drop: If your trees and shrubs are shedding more leaves than usual, especially during the growing season, they could be stressed due to a lack of nutrients.
- Weak Branches and Trunks: Weak, brittle branches and trunks that break easily might be a sign your plants need more nutrients to develop strong, healthy wood.
- Pale Leaves with Dark Veins: This symptom, known as interveinal chlorosis, often indicates a micronutrient deficiency. Fertilizing can help address this issue.
Seasonal Fertilization Program
At Seasonal Lawncare, we have developed a comprehensive Tree and Shrub Program to keep your plants healthy year-round. Here’s an overview of our tailored fertilization approach:
- Early Spring: We apply a balanced fertilizer to promote color, health, and give your trees and shrubs a boost as they come out of dormancy.
- Late Fall: A final fertilizer application before winter promotes root growth and helps your plants prepare for the cold months ahead.
Additional Care Throughout the Year
Beyond fertilization, our program includes other crucial treatments to ensure your trees and shrubs remain pest-free and healthy:
- Late Spring and Early Fall: We apply dormant oil to kill overwintering insects and their eggs.
- Early and Late Summer: Liquid insecticide applications control disease-carrying insects that feed on your trees and shrubs.
Why Choose Seasonal Lawncare?
Each round of our program is tailor-made specifically for your trees and shrubs. Our trained professionals will walk you through the process step-by-step, keeping you constantly updated on our progress. Our goal is to ensure your landscape remains beautiful and healthy all year long.
For more information or to get an estimate, call or text us today at (716) 675-4000. Let us help you give your trees and shrubs the care they deserve.
