Maple Tree Planting for Town Bicentennial: Disease Risks Manageable

Western NY Town Planting Maples for 200th Anniversary

Concern: many maple diseases listed. Should they plant anyway?

All plants have diseases. Don’t let lists deter planting. Vigilance is key:

Diseases/insects not necessarily worse now. Good cultural practices mitigate most issues. Plant the maples—just watch them.

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