Trees make for beautiful additions to your yard, adding privacy, elegance, and shade. Unfortunately, trees are susceptible to diseases that can develop due to location, environmental factors, negligence, and surrounding plants. To keep your trees protected, hire a reputable tree service and keep an eye out for signs of these common diseases.

A Guide to Tree Diseases in North Carolina

1. Anthracnose

Anthracnose is a disease in which fungi attacks a tree’s fruit, twigs, flowers, and leaves. It affects a range of plants, including the sycamore and flowering dogwood. 

Symptoms of the disease will vary depending on the type of fungi and tree species. For example, an infected sycamore tree might show leaf defoliation and twig blight. In dogwood trees, anthracnose can result in branch dieback and possible tree death. A tree service technician can treat the disease with a fungicide containing thiabendazole.

2. Powdery Mildew

This disease is caused by fungi from the Erysiphales classification. It is found in many plant species throughout North America and thrives in warm, dry climates. When fungi attack young tissues in a tree, leaf and flower growth will be stunted. For certain flower varieties, like roses, you might notice reduced flower growth.

To prevent powdery mildew, you should avoid overcrowding and planting in shady areas. A tree service technician will employ fungicide that contains triadimefon to remedy the issue.

3. Dothistroma Needle Blight

This fungal disease affects over 35 pine and hybrid species throughout North America. Symptoms include yellow or tan bands on the pine needles and needle tip dieback. Species most susceptible to the disease include lodgepole, Monterey, and ponderosa pine. To treat the disease, a tree service technician can prune infected branches and apply a fungicide that contains copper hydroxide and mancozeb.

 

Maintain a verdant yard with help from the experienced team at Asheboro Tree Experts in Randolph Country, NC.  For over 40 years, they’ve provided customers with a range of tree services, including tree trimming and removal, stump grinding, and log hauling. For efficient and affordable tree services, call (336) 629-1028. Learn more about how they can help online.