If you've noticed black or dark brown spots spreading across your tree leaves this spring, you're not imagining it, and you're not alone. It's one of the most common calls we get from Atlanta homeowners every year, especially after a wet spring season.
The causes vary, but several of the most frequent culprits here in Metro Atlanta are fungal diseases like anthracnose, tar spot, and black spot. Each one behaves a little differently and affects different tree species, but the general pattern is the same: spots appear, spread, and in more serious cases can cause premature leaf drop or weaken the tree over time.
The tricky part is that not every black spot is a disease problem, and not every disease problem requires the same response. Some are cosmetic and manageable; others signal a tree that needs professional attention before the issue spreads or compounds. Our ISA-certified arborists can assess what's actually happening and walk you through the options, whether that's a treatment plan, targeted pruning, or simply monitoring.
We've posted a full breakdown on our blog that walks through the most common causes and what to look for in Atlanta-area trees, link in the comments. Have you spotted anything unusual on your trees this spring?
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