Blue spruce needle cast - Ask Extension
Noticed needles are dropping from the pines on my septic mound. Have 17 trees on the mound, noticed 5 to 6 of them have this problem. How do I address...
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Blue spruce needle cast #816285
Asked November 11, 2022, 8:56 AM EST
Noticed needles are dropping from the pines on my septic mound. Have 17 trees on the mound, noticed 5 to 6 of them have this problem. How do I address the issue
Medina County Ohio
Expert Response
I Think I sent detailed and specific info. I f needed i can go to your office with the branch. Do you need some more close up pictures of the tree. Please let me know.
Since I am located in southern Ohio, I am providing you with information based on research by university programs.
Below you will see links to two of the sources I found that discuss needle drop in blue spruce trees in the midwest. Neither of these addressed any effect that might be influenced by the trees being planted on a septic mound. Both indicate that Blue Spruce is a tree native to the mountains in Colorado, which may present challenges to flourishing growth of this tree in Ohio.
https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/what_is_spruce_decline_and_what_should_you_do_about_it
https://web.extension.illinois.edu/hortanswers/detailproblem.cfm?PathogenID=229
One of the articles mentions the value of consulting with a certified arborist, always a good option for advice in solving problems with tree health.
You may also learn more by calling or visiting your Medina County office of the OSU Extension Service, at:
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Thank you for your question. We wish you success.
Carolyn,
Thanks for the info. Will try to get a tree company
You are most welcome. I hope you can save your spruce trees!
