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- Q.Aspen Suckers - I have two aspen trees in my backyard. They are 8 years old, and last year they started to shoot ...
- Q.Aspen Tree Suckers - I have 3 Quaking Aspen trees that are aggressively suckering. Is there any way to reduce the amount of suckers ...
- Q.Quaking Aspen Bark Fungus - Our quaking aspens have developed a coated fungus looking stuff on the bark, then they get the branch completely full ...
- Q.Quaking Aspen Trees - my aspen buds look like they are cottonwood showing white fur?
- Q.Follow Up To Tree Identification - Here are 2 photos of the trees: 1) In my yard new this year 2) In the neighbor yard, about 2 story's ...
- Q.Why Are My Quaking Aspen Trees Leaves Turning Black - These are young trees maybe two years old I
- Q.I Live In Maryland & Bought A Quaking Aspen Tree. Is This Variety Of Aspen Tree Less Susceptible To Diseases & Humidity? - I understand that when you purchase any tree, one cannot control the weather. I just want to be reassured that ...
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Anonymous on
May 31, 2011Q.Aspen Suckers
I have two aspen trees in my backyard. They are 8 years old, and last year they started to shoot up through my lawn. What can I do to keep my trees, but get rid of the sucker shoots?
Answered by
Nikki on
June 1, 2011
Certified ExpertA.Cut the suckers as they come up and paint the fresh cuts with Round-up. It may take a few times but that will do it.
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- Asked by
Anonymous on
August 8, 2011Q.Aspen Tree Suckers
I have 3 Quaking Aspen trees that are aggressively suckering. Is there any way to reduce the amount of suckers that the tree sends out?
- Answered by
Nikki on
August 9, 2011
Certified ExpertA.Trees sucker more when they are under stress Without knowing more about your trees, I cannot give a specific reason why it might be stressed, but common reasons are under-watering, pest infestation and root constriction. If you reduce the stress on the tree, the suckers will lessen.
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May 27, 2012Q.Quaking Aspen Bark Fungus
Our quaking aspens have developed a coated fungus looking stuff on the bark, then they get the branch completely full of this. It is a grey looking matter, then the leaves die and they fall off. It has spread to the other aspens around it. Is there any treatment for this, or do they need to be cut down?
- Answered by
Nikki on
May 28, 2012
Certified ExpertA.The following article should be of some help to you: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/tree-disease-identification-sooty-canker-fungus.htm
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Patrick T.Carney on
May 13, 2018
80615Q.quaking aspen trees
my aspen buds look like they are cottonwood showing white fur?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
May 14, 2018A.Aspen catkins, which emerge before leaves appear, are cylindrical in shape and fuzzy, with feather-like tufts of hair adorning numerous tiny seeds.
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Anonymous on
September 20, 2018Q.Follow up to tree identification
Here are 2 photos of the trees: 1) In my yard new this year 2) In the neighbor yard, about 2 story's high, about 2.5 years old or less Thank you, Karen Dawson doublemint47@gmail.com
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Downtoearthdigs on
September 20, 2018A.The first image is a Quaking Aspen Tree.
The 2nd image I can't see clearly enough to make any id for you.
This article has information on the Aspen Tree.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/aspen/planting-quaking-aspen-tree.htm
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Kajacobe on
June 21, 2022
Cascade MTQ.Why Are My Quaking Aspen Trees Leaves Turning Black
These are young trees maybe two years old I
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
June 22, 2022
Certified ExpertA.Unfortunately, your photos did not come through. I am unable to see the damage. Generally, black will indicate an overwatering issue, though.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/using-fungicides-in-garden.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/aspen/planting-quaking-aspen-tree.htm
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mjvanwie77 on
September 20, 2024
Poolesville, MD 20837Q.I Live In Maryland & Bought A Quaking Aspen Tree. Is This Variety Of Aspen Tree Less Susceptible To Diseases & Humidity?
I understand that when you purchase any tree, one cannot control the weather. I just want to be reassured that I’ll be happy with the Quaking Aspen tree? What’s the worst con/cons I need to know about this particular type of tree? Anything I should be aware would be appreciated. Thank you! MVW
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
September 20, 2024
Certified ExpertA.Quaking Aspen trees are more susceptible to diseases like leaf spot, cankers, and root rot compared to standard aspen varieties, especially in humid climates like Maryland. This can be lessened by doing as you have and purchase from a nursery. They have an aggressive root system that sends up unwanted shoots and a shorter lifespan of 20-25 years outside their native habitat. Proper maintenance, including pruning and controlling water, can help manage these issues but the tree does require consistent care. This article will help with some care tips:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/aspen/planting-quaking-aspen-tree.htm
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