Front Yard Tree Decline: Herbicide Drift or Bacterial Leaf Scorch

5-year-old unknown tree in clay soil, 90% healthy but top-right leaves dying. Owner uses Bayer Tree & Shrub Feed & Protect annually.

Possible Causes

Herbicide drift: Neighbor's "weed & feed" lawn treatment drifting onto tree. Causes marginal leaf necrosis.
Bacterial leaf scorch: No cure. Prune affected branches.

Check for recent lawn applications nearby. If bacterial, remove dead wood and monitor.

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