I live in Southwest Ohio (Dayton area). Being I have a few fairly young (20 - 25 year old) oaks growing in my lawn (White, Bur, Scarlet, White Swamp, Shingle, Pin), I am becoming increasingly alarmed about how widespread the Oak Wilt disease problem is. In attempt of providing my oaks (and my other trees as well) the best care I can afford, what steps and/or procedures of care do I need administer to aid in their long term survival? What is the educated general consensus on a fertilization program? Is fall and/or winter fertilization something that I need to apply or avoid altogether? If so on the "do do" side, what is the best product that a home can owner purchase? What I have gleaned from this site, I understand that pruning oaks during the winter months is something I should adhere to. Not only that, but some type of sterilization to the pruning tools need to take place. One aspect of healthy pruning of oak trees that I do not understand is… is if I need to prune some branches off during the winter months, do I need to apply some type of a sealer or barrier over this fresh incision? If so, again, what is the best treatment (type and/or particular brand) for this procedure?
In advance, thanks for all the shared information!!
mb
In advance, thanks for all the shared information!!
mb