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Pests, Diseases & Tree Problems
Tree roots above ground causing problems for your Connecticut home? Get expert tips from Certified Arborists to protect your trees and property.
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Tree roots from neighboring properties can cause extensive damage. Discover the surprising signs of root damage and explore your options within the framework of Connecticut’s tree laws.
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Black knot is a fungus usually found on fruit trees, especially cherry trees. Learn about which trees are susceptible to black knot, how to prevent it, and what to do if your fruit tree has the fungus.
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The invasive and destructive Spotted Lanternfly has been found in Connecticut. These FAQs cover how to identify it, the damage it causes, which trees are at risk, how to prevent it from spreading, and what to do if you find one.
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Many tree failures, damage, pest infestations, and diseases can be prevented if you know what to look for. In this article, we cover common CT tree problems, causes, and solutions.
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Beech Leaf Disease, a fatal tree disease, is spreading in CT. It’s most noticeable in the leaves, where it causes dark bands (among other symptoms). A lot is still unknown about this disease, but there are things you can do to help control and protect your beech trees from this dangerous disease.
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Look for these eight common symptoms that mean your tree is suffering from pests, disease, or environmental stress and learn what to do about it.
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Dead leaves and branch tips on your evergreens? It might be bagworm. Learn the facts, including identification, targeted plants, timing, spread, signs of damage, and control options.
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Whether trees need fertilization depends on your soil. See the common soil problems in CT, how it affects your trees, what to do about it, when, and how.
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How to identify salt-related injury to plants, why it happens, how to prevent salt damage to your trees, and what to do if your trees and shrubs have been affected by winter salt or de-icers.
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