Infestation & Disease Management Solutions In SaskatoonOne of the most important things you should know if you have trees in your yard or around your building is if they're healthy. Often the signs are obvious, cracks in the trunk, no leaves or irregular growing of foliage, and the most apparent one is dead branches. By catching the early signs of tree health deterioration, this will help avoid dangerous and/or hazardous situations before they arise.
The crew at Tree Service Pros in Saskatoon cna help with this. Our knowledgeable team have been around tree a long time. We aren't just limited to removing trees, but pride ourselves on being able to give any type of tree service you require. We can help identify and offer solutions to many types of problems, and can work with you to come up with a long lasting solution that will keep both you and your property safe for years to come.
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Some things to keep an eye on
There are many types of disease and pests found in our trees in Saskatchewan, but some of the most common symptoms and visual indicators are:
No matter what you see, by following the guidelines below will help you combat the problem safely.
We always recommend consulting a Saskatoon arborist when you're unsure of what to do. Tree Service Pros always gives a free, onsite estimate for any job we perform, and can give some tips or recommendations while we're there too. Give us a call today, and let's diagnose and solve this problem you have!
- Leaves that either have coloured spots or aren't growing quite right.
- A mildew that forms on the surface of leaves
- Heavy clumping of leaves in previously pruned branches or trunks
- Abnormal growths in leaves or parts of the trunk
- Discolouring in parts of the trunk from fungus
- Certain types of insects being prevalent on the tree
- Being able to see many worm larvae cocoons
No matter what you see, by following the guidelines below will help you combat the problem safely.
- Treatment - Oftentimes pest damage only affects the way a tree looks. Discoloured or irregular leaves can be a product of temporary environment conditions which suite the disease or pest perfectly, and once the conditions change, the problem can disappear. If this is the case, the tree will naturally shed the damaged foliage and continue to thrive if the ecosystem is in a healthy state. If you're thinking about spraying or pruning, proceed with caution as sometimes it isn't necessary.
- Diversity - In the event you are landscaping your yard, or are doing a lot of planting to green up your space, keep in mind planting a diverse range of species. Many types of pests or diseases only affect specific types of plant groups, and by having a wide range of species in your yard can minimize the impact and can contain any type of outbreak to one part of your yard.
- Environment - Check to see what each individual plant needs in order to thrive. When planting new trees, pick types specific to what your yard offers. Soil type, amount of sun, and surrounding species can play a large role in providing an environment where your plants will thrive. Usually a plant that is flourishing will overcome pests and disease naturally.
- Excess - When in doubt, more isn't always the best option. This can mean adding more fertilizer, watering more often, or adding more mulch or soil to an area. While it isn't always the case, any of the above mentioned actions can lead to exactly what you're trying to prevent... you guessed it, disease or infestation!
We always recommend consulting a Saskatoon arborist when you're unsure of what to do. Tree Service Pros always gives a free, onsite estimate for any job we perform, and can give some tips or recommendations while we're there too. Give us a call today, and let's diagnose and solve this problem you have!