Let’s protect Ukraine’s chestnuts together
Chestnuts have become a real symbol and decoration of the capital of Ukraine, but these magnificent trees are under threat from a dangerous pest - the woodworm. As a result…
Consequences of covering the base of a pine trunk with soil
Covering the base of a pine trunk with soil is a common problem, which is also called ‘Root collar deepening’. In this article, we will consider what it is and…
How to avoid damage to the root systems of pine trees when laying paths?
Pine trees are a real decoration of the urban landscape and ecosystem. The health of the pine root system is important not only for nourishing the plant so that it…
Mackintosh effect: Implications for pine trees
Pine trees on the plot where you intend to build your house are not only a pleasant coolness and shade in summer, fresh air enriched with healing properties and intoxicating…
Jet attack of trunk bark by irrigation systems
Water is the lifeblood of any landscape ecosystem, and effective irrigation is crucial for balanced plant growth and development. However, as technology advances, certain unintended consequences can arise. One such…
Why does pine dry out and turn yellow in the heat?
Pine is a plant often associated with strength and endurance, but it often dries up and turns yellow in the heat. In summer, when temperatures rise, a decrease in turgor…
Emerald ash borer Agrilus planipennis Fairmaire – a threat to deciduous trees
The emerald ash borer Agrilus planipennis Fairmaire is a real threat to deciduous forests. This dangerous insect has already been spotted on the territory of Ukraine, in particular in Luhansk…
Lamprodila Palmar festiva (L.) Coleoptera: Buprestidae. How to protect thuja, juniper cypresses?
Have you ever noticed changes in the colour of the needles in the middle of the surface of thuja, juniper, cypress branches - all these can be signs of the…
Root rot of conifers: Prevention and recovery
Root rot is a dangerous disease that affects conifers and causes significant problems for forest ecosystems around the world. Caused by the fungal pathogens Phytophthora, Armillaria and Heterobasidion, root rot…
Pine late blight: Forest protection
Pine forests are vital ecosystems that support biodiversity, livelihoods and perform important functions: Carbon sequestration, water regulation and soil stabilisation. Pine forests are valuable components of many temperate ecosystems around…
Pine trunk nematode – a threat to conifers
Pine trunk nematode (Bursaphelenchus xylophilus) is a significant threat to conifers, causing a devastating disease known as pine wilt. This microscopic nematode, originally from North America, has become an invasive…
Why do fruit trees get sick in spring?
In spring, when nature wakes up after winter sleep, fruit trees become especially vulnerable to various diseases. This period is characterized by active growth and flowering, but at the same…
Chestnut moths – how to identify and eliminate them?
The chestnut moth, also known as the chestnut weevil or chestnut weevil, is a small insect originating from Europe and Asia. It belongs to the family Tortricidae and mostly affects…
Why do pine trees get diseases?
Pine trees, with their majestic stature and evergreen needles, are a symbol of resilience and longevity in the natural world. However, like any other living organism, they are susceptible to…
Why are pine beetles harmful to pine trees?
Despite their minuscule size, bark beetles are having a devastating impact on pine forests around the world. These tiny insects, often overlooked, are integral to forest ecosystems, but their spread…
Spring sunburn of conifers
Conifers are a wonderful decoration for any garden or park. They impress with their beauty, variety of shapes and colors, and the fact that they remain green throughout the year.However,…
Pine spindle worm Anamaspis lowi on conifers. What to do?
Conifers such as pines, spruces, firs, larches, thuys, cypresses and others are an integral part of the natural and cultural landscape. Moreover, conifers are an important component of the ecosystem,…
Pineus pini Hermes on conifers how to identify and control?
The conifers are not only a real evergreen, elegant decoration of forests, natural urban areas or gardens, but also an important part of the ecosystem that is important for the…
Underbark pine beetle Aradus cinnamomeus. What to do?
The pine bark beetle (Aradus cinnamomeus) is a dangerous pest that damages pine trees and other conifers. The insect belongs to the Aradidae family, which lives under the bark of…
Pine trees turn yellow and needles fall off from brown aphids. What to do?
Pine is an evergreen tree that is a real decoration of forests in Ukraine, however, the plant often turns yellow, the needles fall off, and as a result, it loses…
Why do pine hawk moth Sphinx pinastri threaten conifers?
The pine hawk moth, Lat: Sphinx pinastri, is a butterfly of the hawk family that is a pest of pine forests of the European continent, Asia, North Africa and North…
The pine moth is a dangerous pest of coniferous plants
The pine moth (Panolis flammea) is a species of butterfly in the moth family (Noctuidae) that inhabits pine forests in Europe. This pest can cause significant loss of coniferous plants,…
Pine silkworm Dendrolimus pini. Interesting facts
The pine silkworm Dendrolimus pini is a nocturnal butterfly that belongs to the family Lasiocampidae. This insect is one of the most widespread and dangerous pine pests in Ukraine and…
Ophiostoma fungi and the bark beetles that transfer it
The Ophiostomatales are a group of fungi that cause diseases in trees, animals and humans. Ophiostomatal fungi belong to the type Ascomycota, class Sordariomycetes, order Ophiostomatales. A characteristic feature of…
Melampsora pinitorqua Rostr. Symptoms and prevention
Melampsora pinitorqua Rostr it is a fungal disease of pine trees caused by the fungus Melampsora populnea. The fungus has two types of plants on which it develops and multiplies:…