Big-leaf maple is one of the most recognizable trees in the Sherwood, Portland, and greater Willamette Valley landscape, and it's also one of the most vulnerable to early dry season stress in years when late spring moisture drops off quickly.
The signs to watch for in late June and July include premature yellowing or browning of leaf edges, larger-than-normal leaf drop, and visible branch dieback in the upper canopy. These symptoms can indicate root stress from dry soil, fungal issues that flourish in the late-wet-then-dry Oregon climate cycle, or a combination of both. Left unaddressed, a stressed big-leaf maple can develop structural instability faster than the visible decline suggests.
Evergreen Tree Service has been working with Pacific Northwest tree species in this specific climate for nearly two decades. That means our ISA-certified arborists can tell the difference between a tree that needs some attention and a tree that represents a real risk, and they can lay out the options clearly so you can make an informed decision about your property.
If a maple on your property has been showing signs you're not sure about, the dry season is the time to get it looked at.
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