Reduce leaf scorch

Scorched tissue will not turn green again, so the goal is preventing more of it rather than reversing existing damage.

Difficulty

Easy

Time

20 minutes to assess, ongoing to prevent

Cost

Steps

1. Water deeply during heat or wind events instead of skipping a scheduled watering.
2. Mulch to reduce soil temperature swings and moisture loss.
3. Cut back on fertilizer for a season if recent heavy feeding lines up with when scorch appeared.