Why do thujas turn brown in autumn? Crush, pour water and spray. The hedge will remain green

With the arrival of the cold period, they begin to change color. Is the browning of thuja in autumn related to plant disease? Or maybe an indication that they were attacked by pests? We check what causes browning and whether it can be prevented.

Thuja turning brown in autumn. Should you be worried?

Browning begins in late summer, around September. First, the needles begin to acquire a yellow tint, and then they begin to turn brown. Is thuja turning brown in autumn a sign of disease? Well, a change in the color of the needles inside the plant is a normal phenomenon. Brown needles fall off over time, so the best thing you can do is shake them off and clean them up. The thuja will certainly turn green next season. The situation is slightly different if the bush turns brown outside, because then we are dealing with a disease or pests. In such a case, it is worth preparing a garlic spray. Crush 6 cloves, pour a liter of water and set aside for 24 hours. After this time, strain the mixture, pour it into a spray bottle and spray the plants twice a day.

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Why do thujas turn brown? Follow these 3 rules to keep your needles from falling off

Sometimes, brown needles are the result of larger problems. There may be several reasons for the browning of thuja.

• Bad fertilizer. Improperly selected fertilizer may cause the needles to fall. A similar situation may happen if we fertilize the bush too abundantly. Remember to use fertilizer intended for thuja and follow the recommendations on the packaging.
• Drought. In the summer, the bushes are susceptible to drying out, so it is better to ensure that the plants are adequately watered.
• Fungal diseases may cause browning of conifers. If you notice watery spots on the shoots, you better act quickly, because it is a sign that you are dealing with a fungal infection.