parasite on cherry tree at 8250 ft in Nederlad - Ask Extension
My cherry tree is covered in this. Can you tell me what it is and what I should do?
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parasite on cherry tree at 8250 ft in Nederlad #669463
Asked July 27, 2020, 3:08 PM EDT
My cherry tree is covered in this. Can you tell me what it is and what I should do?
Boulder County Colorado
Expert Response
Good morning,
It appears you have mites on the leaves of your cherry tree, specifically eriophyid mites. Here is some information to help you address this issue:
https://utahpests.usu.edu/uppdl/files-ou/factsheet/eriophyid-mites2010.pdf
There are several treatment options mentioned in this fact sheet that you might want to pursue, since it appears you have quite an infestation. The good news is that the damage isn't fatal to your tree, but the aesthetics are probably a concern for you.
If we can be of any further assistance, please don't hesitate to contact us.
Warm regards,
Boulder County Master Garden Diagnosticians
It appears you have mites on the leaves of your cherry tree, specifically eriophyid mites. Here is some information to help you address this issue:
https://utahpests.usu.edu/uppdl/files-ou/factsheet/eriophyid-mites2010.pdf
There are several treatment options mentioned in this fact sheet that you might want to pursue, since it appears you have quite an infestation. The good news is that the damage isn't fatal to your tree, but the aesthetics are probably a concern for you.
If we can be of any further assistance, please don't hesitate to contact us.
Warm regards,
Boulder County Master Garden Diagnosticians
