subject: Diseases That Can Kill Your Trees [print this page] Many property owners don't realize it but there is a wide variety of diseases that can kill trees. It is quite possible that all of the trees on your property could be wiped out by a disease in just a few months.
Fungal diseases like oak wilt, Dutch Elm Disease and Elm Yellows can actually kill all of the oaks or elms on a property in just a few months. These diseases actually target the biggest and most attractive trees that increase the value and appeal of property.
Home and property owners need to be aware of these pestilences because some of them are spreading at epidemic proportions in parts of the United States. Dutch Elm disease has decimated elms in the Northeast while Elm Yellows and Oak Wilt are ravaging the Midwest.
Persons that value the beauty of their property should take action now to protect their greenery. The sooner you take action the quicker you will protect your investment.
Controlling Diseases in Trees
Fortunately it is possible to prevent the spread of these contagions. Oak wilt can be stopped by spraying fungicide on trees. Spraying can often stop such funguses from spreading on a property and protect ornamental trees.
In many cases tree sicknesses can be contained by cutting down infected beaches and elms. The entire trunk will have to be taken down and hauled off.
The best way to protect your property from these pestilences is to call in a professional arborist. An arborist specializes in carrying for trees and shrubs.
The arborist can look over your property and tell you which elms or pines are infected. He or she can take measures such as safely cutting down infected trees, and spraying.
In many cases the spread of a fungus can be stopped by taking a few basic precautions. A person will not loose of the oak or beeches on their property if they ask arborists for help.
When to Take Action
If you hear that there is a disease such as oak wilt in your area you should have a professional arborist take a look at your land. This individual can tell you if you have a problem and more important tell you what action you can take.
Those who hire arborists will be more likely to protect their property and their investment. Those who don't could find themselves with shade and natural beauty.
