Check soil moisture. The variety and species of trees and the soil's natural ability to retain or expel excess moisture will determine what actions are necessary to avoid losses due to excess moisture. Mulching is safer than fertilizing for damaged trees. Prune a damaged tree just enough to balance the loss of roots. Cut out broken, diseased, and malformed branches, and give the tree a desirable shape.
Evergreens Take care of evergreen injuries promptly.
A water soluble wax, available commercially, helps cut down on water loss through leaf surfaces. Place them at safe distances from buildings and electric wires. This document is Fact Sheet DH 94, Florida Cooperative Extension Service, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL 32611.