Q. I am noticing an abundance of what
appear to be small brown cones on my spruce tree. There also appears
to be a ton of yellow pollen all over the place as well. Why is
my spruce tree doing this.
A. Your spruce tree is producing larger amounts of pollen in response
to the stressful conditions it endured last year and the year before
when there was drought. The trees are simply trying to produce more
seed to ensure they survive and should return to normal next year
with the more normal moisture levels we have had.
Q. Some of my evergreens have turned reddish brown over the
winter. What can I do?
A. This would most likely be caused by winter kill. Fluctuating
temperatures combined with lack of snow and high winds can cause
the needles to turn colour. You can prevent this by spraying your
evergreens (especially if they are newly transplanted) with Wilt
Pruf or they can be wrapped in burlap (keep it at least 6"
away from the outer branches). |
