Q. We have a large red maple tree in our yard. There are white spots on the trunk and limbs. Looks like someone put dabs of white paint on it. Is this a disease? First year we noticed it and we have enjoyed it for many, many years. Rolly Opsahl – University Place, WA A….
Year: 2005
Mystery Sod Rollers
Q. What would be causing my Sod to be rolled up during the night? I laid the new sod about two weeks ago on some bare spots that died because of standing water. There is a wetland behind me and I have no fence at the back of my property. I did not put any…
Powdery Mildew on Maple Tree
Q. I have a Norway Maple, 2 years old, that’s showing signs of powdery mildew especially on new growth. What do you recommend? Jack Ravenel – Tacoma, WA A. First I would see if there is a way to improve air circulation around the trees. This will keep the leaf surfaces dry which will inhibit…
Sticky stuff and flies on cars and driveways
Q. We have a large Tulip Tree, about 25 years old. For the first time we have a fly infestation on the tree and all over the driveway and cars. We powerwashed the drive, etc. but to no avail. Are flies attracted to Tulip trees? There seems to be no other attraction for them except…
Clematis Wilt
Q. One of the vines on my new Clematis wilted followed by the other three doing the same. I nearly threw it away, but instead replanted it in another spot. This spring it sprouted and produced a beautiful many-vined plant. Around a month ago it again started to wilt. Again I pruned it down and…