08/28/2026
A struggling tree doesn’t always need more water.
Especially in North Texas, the problem may actually be happening below ground. Compacted clay soil, poor drainage, planting depth, root damage, or years of heat and drought stress can all affect how well a tree takes up the water it’s already receiving.
A few things to watch for on your property:
• A thinning canopy or noticeably smaller leaves
• Dead branches or dieback at the tips
• Yellowing or browning leaves despite regular irrigation
• Water consistently standing around the base of the tree
• Changes after construction, grading, or heavy equipment has been nearby
Before increasing irrigation, it’s worth taking a closer look at what may actually be causing the stress. Sometimes **more water can make the problem worse**, particularly in our heavy North Texas clay soils.
Simpson Landscape
Commercial Landscape Management | DFW
972-578-1985