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Expert: James Shellenback - 6/30/2009


Question
I have two (2)date palm trees and both have a thick white web type substance that is spreading on the trunks, the male has more on him than the female. The web is very close to the trunk and looks like it is a thick mass. Can you tell me what it is.

Answer
Sounds like powdery mildew.  It could become a serious problem if it manifests in the heart.

You need to rebalance your trees nutrient flow and nutrition.  

I would use Atomic Grow from CrowleysNursery.net.  It is systemic so you will need to spray it in on th fronds and down into the heart.

James

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James Shellenback

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I can answer all questions on Asian Cycad Scale and Aphid infestation. Crop and yield enhancement techniques.

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I have owned a landscape company for 13 years and have studied insects and pathogens as well as Nematodes for 3 years. I was instrumental in the development of a crop enhancer for food commodities and ornamentals.

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Rare Fruit Councel Brevard County

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Atomic Grow on Google......www.highyieldindustries.com

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Brevard Community College, Edison College, USF. Associates Degree.

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West Melbourne Beautification Award.

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Currently some of my clients range from Crowleys Nursery to John Deere Landscapes to Pope Farms in Belle Glade FL.

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