Oak wilt is one of the deadliest tree diseases in the United States, killing millions of trees across 76 counties of Texas. (Courtesy Photo) AUSTIN While winter is the ideal time to prune trees, ...
Oak wilt is a fungus that spreads through a tree's water system, causing it to wilt and die. The fungus was confirmed in the park on Oct. 6, and nearly 30 trees have been cut down. Nearly 30 oak trees ...
Feb. 6—AUSTIN — While winter is the ideal time to prune trees, pruning after recent droughts and freezes may cause more damage than good this year. "Pruning always adds stress to trees because it ...