Description

Anthracnose is a fungal disease that typically occurs in the spring when the weather is cool and wet, it thrives during moist and warm conditions. It tends to dissipate once dry and hot weather begins but is usually spread through watering. It most commonly affects elm, oak, and sycamore trees but can also affect ash, maple, and willow trees. Besides trees, it can infect shrubs, vegetables, flowers, and fruit.

Damage:

This disease causes dark lesions on leaves, the leaves can also become curled and distorted. In severe cases, lesions and cankers can occur on stems, and girdling and dieback may also occur. Typically, this fungus leads to defoliation of trees from the ground up.

Treatment Options:

There are several treatment options available for anthracnose. Fill out the form on this page or contact our office to consult with an arborist today!

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