Nothing says Florida like beautiful palm trees, but palms around Tampa Bay and Florida show warning signs of trouble. The culprit is the lethal bronzing disease. signs to look for include an early fruit drop, the spear leaf at the top of the tree falling out, and eventually the bronze coloring of the fronds. The disease is spread by an insect called a plant hopper. Once a tree is infected, its decline is noticeable in about three months. Experts say to remove the infected tree so it cannot further the spread of the disease. Nearby uninfected trees may be treated with antibiotics injected every three to four months.
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22 авг 2024