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Thu, Jul 7, 11 at 17:40
| There is a substantial amount of trees in town infected with this disease and in all likelihood I will be getting some pruned branches brought out during the 'drop off your branches' days.
Been searching trying to get a definitive answer on composting this stuff but seems half say aye and half say nay. Most recommend not using it as mulch but I had no intention of using the chips as mulch anyways so that isn't a problem. I'm Anyone know much about this stuff? Lloyd |
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- Posted by nancyjane_gardener USDA 8ish No CA (My Page) on Fri, Jul 8, 11 at 0:57
| Have you asked on the tree board? |
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| Which trees are supposed to have this disease? Black knot is a serious problem with Prunes and Cherries. |
Here is a link that might be useful: Black Knot Disease
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| Contacted a local arborist. According to him, my high heat composting method will destroy the spores. All is good. Lloyd |
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