Understaning And Preventing Tree Fungal Diseases
Fungal diseases on trees can be relatively harmless yet unattractive, or they could severely impact the health of the tree. The severity depends on many factors, including overall tree health, the type of fungus, and other diseases and pests that are common in your area.
Common Fungal Diseases
Although there are many types of fungus that can affect your tree, they all usually present in one of four ways:
Root rot: Fungus infects the roots or the portion of the trunk below the soil line.