Signs of a dying tree can include trunk damage, bare branches, damaged roots and fungus. If you have a tree in question, check for vertical cracks in the tree’s trunk and areas where bark has fallen off and not grown back -- exposed areas of smooth wood can indicate there’s…
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Q: I have an issue that’s been haunting me all summer long. We have these things that look like elongated air plants on our bottlebrush tree, but my neighbor says they’re called Witches’ Brooms and that I don’t stand a ghost of a chance getting rid of them. She’s kidding,…
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Q: My once brilliantly green and thriving Indian hawthorn now has yellowed foliage marred with brown mottling and spots. What is this and how should I treat it? A: Your Indian hawthorn has Entomosporium, or fungal leaf spot. It’s a common problem during our frequent summer rains, exacerbated by high…
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Q: Mushrooms are taking over my yard and popping up in my landscape beds. How do I get rid of these freaky fungi? They’re stressing me out. A: There are thousands of varieties, shapes, sizes, textures and colors to explore. Select your favorites, group them as you please, and don’t…
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