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Dutch Elm Disease
Dutch Elm Disease(DED) was first found in North America in the 1930's and in Canada in 1944. DED made it's way to the Maritimes in 1966 and was discovered on P.E.I. in 1979. It had spread to all 3 counties by 1991.

DED is caused by a fungus that clogs the sap layer of the Elm tree. All species of Elms can be infected. Signs of DED occur in late June to early August. A healthy tree is your best defense against DED. Call Laird Tree Care for your personal Plant Health Care Program or at the first sightings of any wilted leaves, even if it's on just one branch.