Search results

Arborist Forum

Help Support Arborist Forum:

This site may earn a commission from merchant affiliate links, including eBay, Amazon, and others.
  1. S Mc

    help with tree

    Oifla, I don't think girdling roots are the main issue here. Your tree has sustained major mechanical damage. The lower trunk actually looks of a lesser diameter than the section above the injury. The damage is significant. This tree has had several large, lower limbs removed in the past...
  2. S Mc

    What are these Grubs???

    Bearing in mind that I am not an entomologist, and in fact find a lot of the insect world fairly disturbing, EVIDENTLY for a positive ID you need to, are you ready for this? determine the pattern of hair on their bums, called the rastral pattern. The link below provides more information than...
  3. S Mc

    help with tree

    Oifla, I find it interesting that the girdling root is on the side with a root flair; there is no root flair on the opposite side. Also, how is the scar at the base of the tree oriented to the die back on the top of the crown? The photos show the die back primarily on the right side, but I...
  4. S Mc

    Willow Tree near my house - what are your thoughts

    AMR, taking into consideration the size these trees can achieve both in girth and height, Lorax is being realistic in his recommendation to get rid of the tree while it is young. Your acceptance of its presence for the benefits it is giving you is understandable as well. But this acceptance...
  5. S Mc

    Seeking Ornamental Tree Recommendation

    AM - When you say you have a 10' by 23' area in which to plant, is it in the open or between structures? You said it is full sun, so I am thinking in the open. If so, what are the restrictions: driveway, sidewalk, fence? My mind originally went where TreeCo's evidently did with limited...
  6. S Mc

    normal nutrient ranges in Oaks?

    There really are no charts for "normal" ranges of micronutrients. Micronutrient deficiencies are often times caused by pH levels that inhibit the availability. Normally, what you would want to do when having a foliar sample taken, is to sample leaves that are symptomatic and those that...
  7. S Mc

    Help with black walnut

    Since many insects are attracted to fresh wounds, there are suggestions to paint the cuts to deter them (some believe this, some don't) but to be effective, this needs to be done immediately. Recommend whatever best cultural practices that are suitable for this tree in this location and...
  8. S Mc

    Has my Dwarf Spruce died?

    RR, that's good news. While it is endeavoring to persevere, remember to keep it adequately watered...do not drown it. It is always tempting when a tree or plant has suffered from underwatering to overcorrect. Also, if direct sun can hit the pot, shade it somehow. This could be accomplished...
  9. S Mc

    Has my Dwarf Spruce died?

    RR, welcome to the site. Your spruce definitely does not look good. Double check individual limbs for flexibility and green cambium....spruces have dormant buds all along their limbs and so can regenerate. I, also, however, am not overly optomistic. And whether you would be pleased with...
  10. S Mc

    Pruning wound on young chinese pistache (pics included)

    Welcome to the site. Many trees are grafted onto other root stock for specific purposes. This will cause this bend you are seeing. The other practice that will cause a strong bend like this is liner cutting. This is where the wholesale nursery will go in and cut saplings down to...
  11. S Mc

    Are my white oaks diseased?

    Are you in a drought right now? Can we get some pictures? Showing each tree, the base and the full tree. Sylvia
  12. S Mc

    Oak tree losing leaves in Summer (July)

    I agree with David and CT re wanting more pictures. Are the other two oaks just as thick? I also am not sure I would recommend pruning a red oak at this time of year. Is Oak Wilt not a factor in this portion of Virginia? I am not suggesting this is OW, the symptoms don't match; just...
  13. S Mc

    Black Walnut Identification

    Kevin, your photos show terminal leaflets, however, I am still going with Black walnut. The following information is from Ohio State Univ. website. Butternut: "This tree may also be distinguished from black walnut by the velvet collars just above the leaf scars left by the previous year's...
  14. S Mc

    Newly Planted Arbutus Marina Bark Peeling Question

    Nan, the pictures came out a bit small. Generally it is good to strive for a 100 to 200 kB. I am having a bit of difficulty interpreting what I am seeing. Is this tree staked? The trunk looks very cinnamon still in the picture. I would double check the depth at which this tree was...
  15. S Mc

    Newly Planted Arbutus Marina Bark Peeling Question

    Welcome to the site, Nantucket. Could you post pictures? In googling this species, some of the under bark can appear greenish. But I certainly wouldn't want to say "A-ok" without seeing your tree. Sylvia
  16. S Mc

    Black Walnut Identification

    Kevin, welcome to the site. The Black walnut will not have a terminal leaflet (which your pictures appear to display the absence as well), so I am going with Black walnut. The Butternut DOES have a terminal leaflet. This is a helpful diagnostic. The bud scales are also different so if...
  17. S Mc

    Does this look like two cases of Oak Wilt?

    As stated there are many leaf fungal issues with trees and oaks are no exception. One of the pictures looks more like anthracnose to me. Anthracnose will also cause a cupping and curling of the leaf reminescent of herbicide damage. Dave, I am wondering why you stated that the first...
  18. S Mc

    Problem with bark on maple

    Bill, that is a substantial amount of damage on your maple. It will lose most of its root system in the transplanting, but whether or not it will survive the transplant may almost be a moot point. It may survive, but... It does serve as a reminder to protect the trunk of any new tree you...
  19. S Mc

    Problem with bark on maple

    Hey Bill, welcome to the site. I can tell you what I do for photos. There are probably other ways as well. I open the original sized photo in Paint, select Image, then Stretch/Skew. I then opt for 25 in the Horizontal and Vertical boxes. Save. Be sure to do this with the originally...
  20. S Mc

    Pear Tree Id and Maint Questions

    I love the little tidbits that come out in these forums. No, there are no native American pears. They are [gasp] an introduced/nonnative/invasive/sendthembackwheretheycamefrom species. ;) Pyrus calleryana native to Korea and China, introduced 1908. Pyrus communis, the common pear, native...
Back
Top