· There are two types of sunscald that impact plants. We discuss them and how to prevent damage to your plants’ foliage, fruit, or bark. Explore the phenomenon of sunscald on plants. Discover its causes, how to recognize the symptoms, and effective strategies for prevention and treatment. Sunscald is a fairly common physiological problem found most commonly on young, thin-barked ornamental and fruit trees. There are two subcategories of sunscald based on season (winter and summer), and both are inherently caused by the same factor; death of bark tissues caused by high temperatures. · Did you know that plants and trees can get a sunburn just like human beings? Much like our sunburn, sunscald on plants damages the outer layer of a plant's skin. Read this article for tips on treating sunscald. Summer sunscald (sunburn) is caused by extreme heat on thin bark of young trees that don’t have a fully developed canopy. This can also be caused by over-pruning when too much foliage is removed. · Encouraging healthy foliage by proper positioning in the garden, appropriate fertilization, pruning and pest control can help prevent sunscald on garden plants. Using tents or screens to provide light shade in late afternoon may also help. · Protect your garden from sun damage this summer with our comprehensive guide. Learn how to prevent sunburn and sunscald in plants and trees using shade, mulch, and proper care techniques. Summer sunscald (sunburn) is caused by extreme heat on thin bark of young trees that don’t have a fully developed canopy. This can also be caused by over-pruning when too much foliage is removed. · Encouraging healthy foliage by proper positioning in the garden, appropriate fertilization, pruning and pest control can help prevent sunscald on garden plants. Using tents or screens to provide light shade in late afternoon may also help. · Protect your garden from sun damage this summer with our comprehensive guide. Learn how to prevent sunburn and sunscald in plants and trees using shade, mulch, and proper care techniques. Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.
