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Sunday - September 26, 2010
From: Austin, TX
Region: Southwest
Topic: Diseases and Disorders
Title: Where to test for Bacterial Leaf Scorch in Austin, Texas
Answered by: Marilyn Kircus
QUESTION:
It appears that the American elm trees in my backyard may have Bacterial Leaf scorch. Where can I have this confirmed?ANSWER:
Check with the Texas A & M Plant Disease Diagnostic Laboratory.
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