Beech Leaf Disease Treatment in Princeton & Hillsborough, NJ

Protect Your Beech Trees with Expert Diagnosis and Care


Beech Leaf Disease (BLD) is a serious threat to native and ornamental beech trees in New Jersey and beyond. Caused by the nematode Litylenchus crenatae mccannii, this disease causes dark banding between leaf veins, leaf curling, and canopy thinning. At Wells Tree & Landscape, Inc., we specialize in identifying and treating BLD before it causes irreversible damage. Our tree care professionals in Princeton and Hillsborough, NJ, use advanced diagnosis techniques and science-backed treatment options to slow disease progression and preserve your trees' health.

Signs of Beech Leaf Disease & Treatment Options

Early Detection and Proactive Management Are Key

Dark, striped banding between leaf veins

Leaf distortion, curling, and early drop

Thinning canopy or stunted leaf growth

Overall decline in tree vigor

Spread from tree to tree and across properties

Wells Tree & Landscape, Inc. offers treatment solutions such as phosphite injections and soil-applied biological controls to manage nematode activity. If you suspect BLD in your landscape, call us today at 609-430-1195 for a professional assessment and targeted care plan. Early intervention is essential to saving your beech trees.