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Apple tree disease #924512

Asked February 12, 2026, 2:22 PM EST

I have several apple trees with small white fungus growth. What is it and how do I get rid of it? Thanks

Josephine County Oregon

Expert Response

Greetings,

Thank you for reaching out. For best assistance can you please take some photographs of the fungus close up and the whole tree so we can attempt a visual diagnoses? You can attach to your reply here.

Warm Regards, Replied February 12, 2026, 6:34 PM EST

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Apple tree disease #924512

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