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Elm Tree leaves turning brown #329436

Asked June 06, 2016, 5:47 PM EDT

I have a large elm in my backyard. Many leaves are spotted and look like they are drying out. On closer inspection it seems as if they are being eaten by a very small mite. This has gone on for a few years. Is there some way to treat this? Your suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Frank Crotti Corvallis

Benton County Oregon

Expert Response

Elms are pretty susceptible to leaf miners and the elm leaf beetle.

Here are some references that might help -

http://oregonstate.edu/dept/nurspest/elm_leafminer.htm

http://www.ipm.ucdavis.edu/PMG/PESTNOTES/pn7403.html

you might try contacting the Master Gardeners at the Benton County Extension office for further assistance.


An Ask Extension Expert Replied June 08, 2016, 11:50 AM EDT

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