Answer: If the south side of your arborvitae hedge turns brown, it may be caused by some sort of stress. It could be too little water, drying winds, high temperatures, injury to the roots or damage to the trunk.
Can Brown arborvitae be saved?
Brown arborvitae can be saved from conditions that cause it to brown, but it may not be as healthy as it was. But that does not mean it cannot be saved. A branch that has turned brown can grow out and parts of the branch closest to the trunk will grow to their natural green.
How do I know if my arborvitae is dying?
Here are a few ways to tell if your arborvitae is dying.
- 1 – The Bark Turns Brittle and Brown and Starts Cracking. ...
- 2 – Lack of Healthy Leaves. ...
- 3 – Excessive Amounts of Deadwood. ...
- 4 – Fungus and Pests. ...
- 5 – Foot Damage. ...
- 6 – Scratch Test.
