Snow crab apple trees versus native eastern white cedars
Snow crab apple trees versus native eastern white cedars We planted 2 decorative canoe crabs by the house @24 years ago. My native eastern white cedars (scrubby trees) are all dying . I just heard the 2 species will kill the other one. Too late to do anything about it now ? Should I cut down the 2 apple trees ? Andover 2.5 acres
Anoka County Minnesota
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Thank you for writing.
Well, it is not like homicide or a duel. There is a pathogen that requires both species. Here is some information for you
https://extension.umn.edu/plant-diseases/cedar-apple-rust
http://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/gardens-gardening/your-garden/help-for-the-home-gardener/advice-tips-resources/pests-and-problems/diseases/rusts/cedar-apple-rust.aspx
