Utah summers are hard on trees. Temperatures climb, moisture disappears from the soil, and many trees across Salt Lake, Davis, and Wasatch Counties show signs of heat and drought stress long before homeowners realize anything is wrong.
What to watch for right now: leaves curling or browning at the edges before fall, early leaf drop, slow or stunted new growth, and bark that looks cracked or sunscalded on the sun-exposed side of the trunk. These aren't just cosmetic issues. They're signals that a tree is struggling and may be more vulnerable to insects and disease as summer deepens.
Trees in Sandy, Draper, South Jordan, and Cottonwood Heights that aren't getting adequate supplemental irrigation during dry stretches are especially at risk. But watering alone doesn't address trees that are already showing stress. A treatment consultation with our ISA Board Certified Master Arborist can identify what's actually happening and what targeted intervention would help.
Don't wait until the damage is irreversible. Call (801) 608-6781 or email laurie@greenpointetreecare.com to schedule a free estimate.
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An authentic photo showing heat or drought stress symptoms on a Utah tree: curled or browning leaf edges, sun-scalded bark, or a trained arborist assessing a visibly stressed tree. Real property photos are far more effective than stock imagery here.
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