In cultures around the world, the oak tree is the symbol of strength, fortitude and endurance. Despite this status as a stalwart of forest and city alike, the oak trees in our native and urban ecosystems face tremendous challenges from pathogens, insects and abiotic disorders. No matter what area of the country they are growing in, oaks enjoy a special reverence from humans. Their high visibility and the high value bestowed upon them makes an awareness of their common ailments and treatment protocolscritical. Oak trees are not only significant trees for their diversity and utility in the urban forest, oaks are also a species highly valued by homeowners and other green industry stakeholders, so knowledge of their proper management should be foremost on the mind of all tree care professionals.
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