28/08/2026
๐ณA very interesting new blog post by Ace of Spades Gardens Ltd - about how the severe drought can effect Norfolk trees beyond 2026.... ๐
2026 Drought: How Is It Affecting Trees in Norfolk? (Part 1)
Following an exceptionally dry spring and prolonged periods of hot, dry weather, the current drought is having a noticeable impact on trees and woody vegetation across the UK.
Here in Norfolk and the wider East Anglia region, prolonged dry conditions mean that many trees, hedges and shrubs are under considerable stress โ and some of the consequences may not become fully apparent until next year or even later.
What are the signs of drought stress in trees?
Trees lose water naturally through their leaves in a process called transpiration. Under normal conditions, this water is replaced by moisture absorbed from the soil through the treeโs roots.
However, during prolonged dry weather, such as the current drought, there may not be enough available soil moisture to replace what is being lost.
Trees will then respond by attempting to conserve water and if the drought continues, the tree may begin sacrificing some of its foliage and branches to survive.
Read more on our latest blog at https://aceofspadesgardens.co.uk/trees-during-a-drought/