Winter Lyceum: Vulnerable Oaks – What's Ailing Our Oak Trees?

Forever seen as symbols of strength, endurance, and longevity, oaks have always played a critical role in our urban and forest ecosystems in Wisconsin. In recent decades a multitude of factors have led to the general decline and mortality of these important legacy trees. From drought to insect pests and fungal pathogens, our heritage oaks are under intense pressure and struggling to survive.

Given from the perspective of a certified arborist, this talk will focus on the issues commonly seen on our oak trees and the possible treatment efforts that can be employed to keep these trees in the landscape for as long as possible.

Arborist Matt Duffy will present this engaging lyceum.