Fungal tree diseases can be hard to control. Once they infect a plant, they’re difficult to eradicate. If not treated, the infection may spread not just throughout the tree, but also to nearby trees and plants. You are left with unhealthy and unattractive trees which might end up with you needing to cut them down. Certain fungal diseases can eventually kill infected trees. This is when considering fungicides for trees comes into play.
If a fungal disease is an issue in your yard, think about using a fungicide. A large assortment of fungicides for trees is available in the market. It can be baffling to know which fungicide to use. If you have questions, call a Tampa tree service company for assistance.
Here are a few things you should do so you don’t get a fungal disease in the first place:
• Have good air circulation around trees by appropriately spacing them apart
• Water around the bottom of the tree instead of on the leaves
• Rake and get rid of fallen leaves from diseased trees
• Put a fresh layer of mulch around tree bases at the start of the growing season
A widespread fungal infection can stop you from taking pleasure in the fruit off your tree when the fruit is ripe and ready to eat. Also, it can kill your tree. The fungus may spread to other trees in your outdoor space. However, applying a fungicide can help exterminate the disease before it becomes widespread.
Fungicide Options
If you want to use eco-green/organic fungicide options, try a fungicidal soap. These are usually considered nontoxic to animals and humans, and they help to control fungus and insects.
Oils, mainly neem oil, are also useful in keeping fungus away. You can spray neem oil around your tree. It is good at controlling insects, which aids in controlling fungus as well. When kept away from trees, insects don’t transmit spores around nor do they discharge saliva onto the leaves. Saliva frequently invites mold.
As stated before, there are many ways you can lessen the chance of a fungal infection in your trees without the use of chemicals. Keep other plants and trees separate from your fruit trees can aid in stopping fungus spores from expanding. Lastly, when you trim your fruit trees, clean and disinfect your shears after working on each tree to ensure you’re not spreading any fungus.
