Elm trees are one of the most used trees in United States. They generally grow extremely well but have suffered for many years from Dutch Elm Disease. This tree disease has been devastating for Elm Tree populations. If you have an elm tree, you need to have it monitored regularly for Dutch Elm Disease as it is very likely that your Elm Tree will deal with this at some point.

Fungicide applications, nutrient enrichment, and pruning are beneficial throughout the lifespan of the tree in order to ensure the longest possible life.

Elm Tree Pruning – Elm Tree Trimming

Pruning helps to preserve and foster the best elm tree structure. Proper pruning and trimming can also prevent diseases and increase the overall lifespan and quality of life for the Elm tree. Pruning can also aid in the natural defense against Dutch Elm Disease.

Common Elm Tree Diseases and Elm Tree Pests

  • Asian longhorned beetle
  • Elm Bark Beetle
  • Elm Leaf Beetle
  • Gypsy Moth
  • Dutch Elm Disease
  • Anthracnose
  • Wetwood

If you think your elm trees may be suffering from any of the above or something you don’t understand, please call us or send us an email.

We are able to provide service to San Francisco (SF) Bay Area and the Peninsula including: Atherton, Belmont, Campbell, Cupertino, Los Altos, Los Gatos, Loyola, Menlo Park, Milpitas, Mountain View, Palo Alto, Portola Valley, Redwood City, San Carlos, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Saratoga, Sunnyvale, Willow Glen, Woodside.