
5 Diseases to Look Out For This Summer
Many tree and shrub diseases thrive during the summer months. As hot, humid weather and evening thunderstorms create favorable conditions, these diseases can do a lot of damage to your landscape. Learn what diseases pose a danger to your trees and shrubs and what signs you should keep an eye out for on your property. 1. Phytophthora Root Rot Phytophthora Root Rot is an extremely damaging and widespread fungal disease that will rot away root…

Signs Of Spring Fungal Leaf Diseases
Although spring just began, our arborist warn homeowners to already be on the lookout for fungal leaf diseases. Fungal diseases that attack the leaves of trees can start emerging as early as buds start to sprout and new growth begins. Our current weather conditions, rainy with warmer days and cool nights, are perfect breeding grounds for all types of fungal diseases, especially fungal leaf diseases. When it comes to fungi, prevention is key. Usually once…

My Shrubs Are Turning Black / Brown
My Shrubs Are Turning Black/Brown : Learn What’s Causing The Problem And How To Fix It! My Shrubs Are Turning Black: In 90% of cases of shrubs turning black, the cause is a fungus commonly known as Sooty Mold. Sooty Mold is a fungus that grows on the excretions of a plant-sucking insect. In small amounts, Sooty mold is typically not harmful, but in large amounts, it can coat leaves of your shrubs to the point…

April Showers Bring May Fungal Diseases
Springtime is the mark of new beginnings and growth; however, not all growth is welcome, especially fungal diseases that may destroy your trees. The cool moist weather of early spring days, like the weather the DC Metro area has been experiencing this spring, creates the perfect breeding ground for fungal diseases. Learn which fungal diseases to look out for this spring and how to keep your trees/shrubs safe. How Fungal Diseases Are Spread: If your tree or shrubs…