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Birch tree has blotches. Can you identify what is causing this and recommend and remedy? Thanks for your help.
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Birch tree problem. #880956
Asked August 10, 2024, 4:52 PM EDT
Birch tree has blotches. Can you identify what is causing this and recommend and remedy? Thanks for your help.
Douglas County Minnesota
Expert Response
Good Morning John,
Thank you for contacting the U of M Extension Service.
Please click on the following link from the U of M Extension Yard and Garden website:
https://extension.umn.edu/yard-and-garden-insects/insect-and-mite-galls
This information states:
How to protect your plants from galls
Most galls do not cause any severe damage to plant health. Control options usually are not needed. Gall numbers vary from year to year.
I do not think any process is necessary to protect your tree.
Good Luck!