{"id":102,"date":"2019-08-13T15:57:48","date_gmt":"2019-08-13T15:57:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.timberlandtreecareindy.com\/blog\/?p=102"},"modified":"2019-08-13T15:57:48","modified_gmt":"2019-08-13T15:57:48","slug":"what-causes-chlorine-poisoning-in-trees","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.timberlandtreecareindy.com\/blog\/what-causes-chlorine-poisoning-in-trees\/","title":{"rendered":"What Causes Chlorine Poisoning in Trees?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Like most things in life, too much of a good thing can turn\nout to be bad. In the case of trees and chlorine, the same theory applies.\nAlthough chlorine is a trace element essential to tree health, too much can be\npoisonous. Continue reading to learn more about chlorine poisoning in trees, including\ncauses, treatment options, and prevention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Chlorine Poisoning <\/h1>\n\n\n\n

When chlorinated water comes into contact with elements in the soil, chloride compounds develop, which are then imbibed by the tree roots. The excess content of chloride compounds in a tree will eventually lead to chlorine poisoning, which is detectable by signs of stress and decline. Not only can chlorine poisoning make tree leaves turn yellow, curl, burn, or drop prematurely, it can also kill a tree in a very short amount of time. Tree species that tend to be more susceptible or vulnerable to chlorine poisoning include maple trees, box elders, ash trees, crab apple trees, dogwood trees, horse chestnut trees, mulberry trees, pin oak trees, sweet gum trees, and yellow woods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Causes of Tree Chlorine Poisoning<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

There are several factors that influence the extent of damage\ncaused by chlorine poisoning, all of which depend on the unique environmental\nsurroundings. The most common factors that influence how harmed a tree is from chlorine\npoisoning include the time of year, length of time the tree was exposed, total\nconcentration of chlorine in the tree, and just how the tree took in the\nchlorine water. City water is safe for trees. However, although municipal water\nhas safe levels of chlorine, groundwater can be affected in various ways. Some\ncommon causes for chlorine in groundwater might include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2611 Swimming Pool Water Runoff
\u2611 Swimming Pool Leaks
\u2611 Water Contaminated by Heavily Salted Roads and Driveways
\u2611 Air Pollution
\u2611 Naturally Occurring Chloride Salts in Soil
\u2611 Tampering
\u2611 And More<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prevention Tips<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

The number one rule is to never water your trees if the water smells like chlorine. From there, you can have your personal water supply tested and treated for high chlorine concentrations to ensure your hose is delivering safe water for your gardens. Another helpful approach to preventing chlorine poisoning in your landscaping trees is to keep them at least 10 feet from chlorinated swimming pools. If your soil is testing high for chlorides, consider incorporating some gypsum to drive out the excess chlorine content. The general rule of thumb for gypsum is 58lbs. per 1,000 square feet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If your tree is already suffering from chlorine poisoning, water it thoroughly and deeply to extract the excess chlorine from the ground. You may also need to have the tree removed if it is too far damaged. Talk to a trusted tree service provider for advice on removing a sick or dead tree from your property. Not sure if your tree is dead? Stay tuned for our next blog to learn the signs of a dead or dying tree!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Indianapolis Tree Service<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Call Timberland Tree Care at 317-348-0811<\/strong> for professional tree service in Indianapolis<\/a>, Indiana and its surrounding counties. We are licensed and experienced tree care contractors who offer a wide range of professional-level tree service for both residential and commercial properties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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