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During the summer months, we admire trees for their full, dark green canopies\u2014a sign of strength, health, and beauty. But when leaves turn pale or yellow unexpectedly, it could be more than just a seasonal quirk. Your tree might be suffering from chlorosis<\/strong>, a condition that affects its ability to make food and stay healthy.<\/p>\n

What Is Chlorosis?<\/h4>\n

Chlorosis<\/a> is a symptom\u2014not a disease\u2014of an underlying issue that prevents a tree from producing enough chlorophyll, the pigment that gives leaves their green color and helps the tree convert sunlight into energy. The result? Faded, leaf chlorosis, and yellowing leaves that stand out for all the wrong reasons.<\/p>\n

Even if your soil has plenty of iron or other nutrients, your tree may still be \u201cstarving\u201d\u2014because alkaline soil can lock those nutrients away, making them inaccessible to the roots. It\u2019s like putting food in a fridge and sealing it shut. That\u2019s why the right soil pH is just as important as the nutrients themselves.<\/p>\n

What Causes Chlorosis?<\/h4>\n

There are several factors that can lead to chlorosis:<\/p>\n