Tree Diseases: Bacterial Wetwood (Slime Flux)
Introduction Bacterial wetwood, often referred to as slime flux, is a bole rot that afflicts hardwood trees. The disease is associated with numerous bacteria, which infect the inner sapwood, and…
Introduction Bacterial wetwood, often referred to as slime flux, is a bole rot that afflicts hardwood trees. The disease is associated with numerous bacteria, which infect the inner sapwood, and…
Introduction The genetic composition of a plant species is expressed through its physiological and morphological characteristics. Whether these characteristics are perceived as normal depends on the individual circumstances, and the…
This is the second half of a two part series on flowering dogwood cultivars. Introduction Flowering dogwood is one of the most frequently cultivated trees in the United States. More…
This is the first half of a two part series on flowering dogwood cultivars. Introduction Flowering dogwood is one of the most frequently cultivated trees in the United States. More…
This is the second half of a two part series on flowering dogwood. The following examines the cultivation of the tree, as well its damaging agents and pests, allergenic potential,…
This is the first half of a two part series on flowering dogwood. The following examines the tree’s distribution and habitat, developmental traits, longevity, height, bark, leaves, flowers, fruit, seed…
This is the second half of a two part series on gypsy moth. The following examines the insect’s predators, its impact on trees, and some of the most effective methods…
This is the first half of a two part series on gypsy moth. The following examines the insect’s distribution and range, its preferred hosts, and the four stages of its…
Introduction Dutch elm disease is a fungal infection that affects many species of elm. It is one of the most destructive tree diseases in North America and Europe. Dutch elm…
This is the final segment of a three part series on Japanese maple cultivars. Introduction Japanese maple is a species of tree often used for cultivation. For over three centuries,…