Crepe Myrtle Bark Scale

A new scale pest that lingers on crepe myrtle trees has been found in the southeastern US threatening their appearance and life span. This pest is spreading fast, leaving behind extensive honeydew deposits and black sooty mold.

Symptoms of crape myrtle bark scale:

• Black sooty mold

• Reduced foliage growth

• Honeydew secretions

• White/gray felt-like substances on trunk or branches

How do I get rid of crape myrtle bark scale?

Before treating your crape myrtle diseases, its important to have an examination by a certified arborist to confirm what exactly (if anything) is needed. Our technicians will apply a pesticide in the spring right as the new growth develops on the tree to attain the best results.

Can I prevent crape myrtle bark scale?

Unfortunately there is currently no preventative measure to avoid this particular scale. However, keeping your trees regularly maintained and in good health can naturally deter them. Pests and diseases are most likely to invade a sick/unhealthy tree.

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Does My Tree Have Brittle Cinder Fungus?

What is brittle cinder fungus?

Brittle cinder is a fungus found on trees that causes breakage on otherwise healthy trees. This fungus will appear on the base as a grey crust-like body. The fungus will turn black as it ages. It originally enters the tree through open wounds, degrading the structure of the tree, making it brittle and vulnerable for breakage. Without an arborist inspection, this fungus will go on undetected until damage occurs. When the fungus is found at the base, the tree may snap off completely.

Some tree species are more vulnerable than others, including:

• Horse Chesnut

• Beech

• Maple

• Oak

How do I treat brittle cinder fungus?

Unfortunately, there are no treatments or pesticides that are effective with brittle cinder. Once your tree is infected with brittle cinder, complete tree removal is recommended to prevent further damage or spread. Making sure your trees are healthy and well maintained is the key to prevention. Having regular arborist inspections will ensure fungus and other disease issues do not go unnoticed.

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