Tree Disease

I’m here to provide you with effective brown rot fungus treatment tips for your stone-fruit trees. Brown rot is a common fungal disease that can wreak havoc on fruit trees like almonds, apricots, cherries, peaches, and plums. It overwinters in mummified fruit and infected twigs, and if left untreated, it can lead to the death […]

Anthracnose is a group of fungal diseases that can cause dark lesions on leaves and cankers on twigs and stems. It affects many trees, shrubs, vegetables, flowers, fruit, and turfgrass. To effectively manage anthracnose, it is important to implement a combination of treatment and therapy strategies. One of the key management strategies is careful disease

Maintaining the health and beauty of your trees is vital for enhancing the curb appeal and overall appearance of your home. To ensure that your trees receive the best care possible, it is important to work with an ISA Certified Arborist. This certification distinguishes the arborist as someone who has undergone rigorous training and education

Bacterial slime flux, also known as bacterial wetwood, is a common tree disease that affects various species such as elm, ash, maple, and oak. Slime flux is caused by a bacterial infection in the inner sapwood and outer heartwood of the tree, usually associated with wounds or environmental stress. In order to effectively treat and

When it comes to the health and maintenance of your trees, hiring a certified tree doctor is essential. These professionals specialize in expert tree care, providing services such as diagnosis, pruning, and maintenance to ensure the continued health and thriving of your trees. A certified tree doctor has the knowledge and expertise to accurately identify

Dutch Elm Disease (DED) is a fungal infection that affects all species of elm trees native to Minnesota. It is caused by the invasive pathogen Ophiostoma novo-ulmi and is spread by elm bark beetles and through root grafts. Symptoms of DED include yellowing and wilting of leaves, brown streaking along the sapwood, and the eventual

Chlorosis is a common problem that can impact the health and vitality of plants, causing their leaves to turn yellow due to a lack of chlorophyll. Several factors, such as nutrient deficiencies and alkaline soil, can contribute to chlorosis. However, the good news is that there are effective treatments available to restore the lush green

Welcome to my guide on effective fire blight treatment for ornamental pear trees. Fire blight is a bacterial disease that can have devastating effects on these beautiful trees, causing wilting, blackening, and death of shoots, flowers, and fruits. If left untreated, fire blight can even spread to the main scaffolds, trunk, and roots, potentially killing

Welcome to my article on Hypoxylon Canker. In this piece, I will provide you with an in-depth understanding of the diagnosis and treatment of this common infectious disease that affects various shade trees, with a particular focus on oaks. Hypoxylon Canker is caused by the fungi Hypoxylon tinctor and Hypoxylon atropunctatum, which thrive on stressed

Welcome to my article on effective leaf spot treatment solutions. Leaf spot diseases can be a persistent issue for trees and shrubs, impacting their health and vitality. If left untreated, leaf spot diseases can lead to significant leaf loss and weaken the overall structure of the plant. In this article, I will discuss various treatment