How to protect your garden when one tree is ill: Gardening tips

Plant diseases spread quickly, so gardeners need to be careful and be aware of the signs that something is going wrong.

Just one diseased tree is dangerous for your entire garden, so you need to act quickly.

Here are some tips on what to do to maintain your garden.

Identify the disease

Determine the specific disease affecting the tree. 

Look for visible symptoms such as discoloration, lesions, wilting, or unusual growth patterns. 

Prune affected areas

Remove any diseased branches, leaves, or fruits from the affected tree. 

Ensure to clean your pruning tools with a disinfectant between cuts to avoid transferring the disease to healthy trees.

Monitor nearby trees

Keep a close eye on other trees in the vicinity. 

Early detection allows for prompt action to protect healthy trees and prevent the spread of the illness.

Practice good sanitation

Dispose of the debris properly, either through composting or municipal waste collection, depending on local regulations.

Consider preventive treatments

Depending on the specific disease, there may be treatments available to protect healthy trees from infection. 

Implement biosecurity measures

Prevent the introduction of disease-causing pathogens into your garden by practicing good biosecurity. 

Avoid introducing new plants or materials from unknown or potentially infected sources. 

Clean garden tools and equipment to prevent cross-contamination, especially if used on the affected tree.
 

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• 11 June 2023

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