What Are The Green Spots Covering My Trees?
At some point we have all seen the moss growing on the trunk or around the base, sometimes even on the branches of our trees in Watkinsville.
But what causes it and is it an actual sign of decline?
There are three different types of mossy growth that can appear on your trees:
Algae - Dusty powder that appears on the wood of your trees in damp, rainy conditions.
Moss - Can appear in any condition and is a thick green substance.
Lichens - A hybrid cross of algae and moss that form in circular patches that are crusty and raised.
In fact, none of these organisms are a sign of decline at all, they just naturally form on your trees in ideal conditions.
Since these organisms are totally natural and do not harm your tree there is no reason to get rid of it. However if you see other fungus such as mushrooms or gooey substances on your trees in Watkinsville, be sure to give us a call to have a certified arborist in Watkinsville come out and do an routine inspection on your tree’s health.
