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Trees are living beings that can be afflicted with infections and disease the same way humans can. The type of diseases a tree is most susceptible to depend on the species and geographical location. In South Bay, tree disease management largely consists of treating oaks and palms, but our team is equipped to respond to a range of tree species and their disease management needs.
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Much of tree disease management comes down to prevention, since many tree diseases are unable to be cured. These preventative tactics include choosing to plant tree species that are resistant to disease, planting trees in sites that receive the right amount of sun and water, and reducing the damage the tree receives.
If you do suspect a diseased tree on your property, our team will be able to monitor your tree and make a diagnosis. Then, if the disease is treatable, we’ll create an action plan. We’ll get rid of any infected leaves and branches and treat the tree with fungicides, antibiotics, or bactericides when appropriate. If the disease is not treatable, we’ll likely look into tree removal to reduce the likelihood of the disease spreading throughout your property’s other trees.
You may be curious about how to tell that you have diseased trees on your property. The following are signs you can watch for that will let you know there could be problems with your tree:
Here are some of the diseases that commonly affect trees in this area of southern California.
Caused by the fungus Bretziella fagacearum, oak wilt targets trees, especially oak trees, affecting the vascular system and leading to tree death. Signs of this disease are most commonly noticed in the tree’s crown, where leaves will unseasonably change color and turn brown or fall off between May and August.
The pathogen Phytophthora ramorum causes sudden oak death. You may see cankers on the trunks or branches or lesions on the leaves. This disease can only be diagnosed by a professional like those at West Coast Tree Care, and unfortunately there is no cure.
This fungal disease is transferred in the soil, infecting the tree via the root system. Once infected, there is also no cure for Fusarium wilt, however certain species are resistant to the fungus. If you have a tree or plant that is affected on your property, reach out to us for tree disease management in the form of safely removing the infected tree and avoiding infecting the rest of your plant life.
Palms can experience Fusarium wilt, diamond scale, and Ganaderma butt rot. They can be prevented in large part by ensuring the trunk does not experience injury and keeping up with regular tree maintenance.
When you need tree disease management in South Bay, CA, look no further than West Coast Tree Care. We also perform tree pest management services. Reach out to us by phone or using our online form to get in touch with a member of our team and schedule an appointment.
