Why do oak tree leaves turn brown?

If you notice oak tree leaves turning brown and falling off, it is high time to correct the root cause of this problem. The probable reasons for this are lack of water, drainage issues, quality of soil, diseases, and pest infestation. read more

Tender tissue along leaf margins is usually affected first, though any part of the leaf may turn brown if the unfavorable conditions continue. Maple (Acer), red oak (Quercus rubra), and flowering dogwood (Cornus florida) are most susceptible to leaf scorch. read more

There are three main types of oak trees (Quercus spp.) that grow in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 3 through 9; white, red and live oaks. read more

In the case of leaves turning brown, curling up, and falling off, leaf scorch may be the likely culprit. The obvious signs of leaf scorch are yellow and brown-like color changes on the tips and ends of tree leaves. read more