Tree diseases

Can I straighten a leaning elm tree with raised roots?

It all depends on the size of the tree. If it is a mature specimen, then attempts to straighten the tree will likely...

Can I top off a Leland cypress to make the body fill out?

It is not recommended to top any tree, however some specific reduction cuts could be of benefit in certain situations...

Can my silver maple with bark damage and fungus be saved?

What you describe sounds like one of many different types of wood decay fungi. These attack the heartwood, not the...

Can slime flux or wetwood kill a tree?

Typically not. These are weak pathogens that take advantage of an already weakened tree. It would be best to improve...

Can sunflower seed hulls harm the health of my maple tree?

It is highly unlikely that the accumulated seed hulls would cause the maple tree to die back. There are probably other...

Can topped spruce trees be grafted or should they be replaced?

Small (1/4" diameter) branches can be sucessfully grafted on to larger spruce trees if there are live branches...

Can you prune evergreens?

Yes, we are able to prune evergreen trees. If you are interested in an estimate, please feel free to make an...

Canker and Leaf Spot of European Hornbeam

Common oak scales

Conifer care