Leaf scorch is a common problem for maple trees. Symptoms are light brown or tan dead areas between the leaf veins or edges. It’s a sign of several potential issues. Dry weather, mixed with wind and heat is the primary cause. Lack of water will also cause them to scorch. If the soil is dry, […]
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Fungi are a keystone of forest ecosystems. Mushrooms, toadstools, and fruiting bodies are just a peek into the world of the main body of the fungus. Most fungi live beneath the surface of the forest floor, and they’re importance and role are often overlooked. Woodland plants are closely tied to and dependent on fungi for
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There are many common diseases found in the oak tree. Oak leaf blister, anthracnose, Tubakia leaf spot, bacterial leaf scorch, oak wilt, fusiform rust, powdery mildew, sooty mold, crown galls, hypoxylon cankers, canker or “heart” rot, bacterial wetwood, Armillaria root rot, and just good old fashioned root rot make up the primary offenders to this
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Leyland cypress is now one of the most broadly used plants in commercial and residential landscapes throughout Georgia as a formal hedge, screen, buffer strip, or barrier for winds. It is an elegant, fast growing evergreen tree that has adapted for growth well where it is found, thriving in fruitful, well-drained soils. Once fully grown
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Charcoal has long been known as an absorbent that removes odors and toxins. It provides many benefits when it is used as a soil modifier, helping retain water and nutrients in the soil. Biochar is specialty charcoal made from woody material, used as a modification to enhance the quality of the soil. Biochar has considerably
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Shade trees are a familiar part of the scenery in the Southern states with various species flourishing throughout all seasons. Shade trees are a common refuge from the sweltering summer sun in the South. They’re commonly planted on the western or eastern side of a structure or property to maximize their effects and provide more
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A big misconception with property owners is that keeping trees healthy and managing tree growth is to trim and use chemicals. But over time, paying for tree cutters and coating substances on branches adds up. Not only can it affect the pocket, but it can also affect the environment too. However, there\’s a highly effective
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