Oak Wilt Policy

Oak wilt is a destructive fungus that affects oak trees and causes tree mortality. Please follow these guidelines to help prevent oak wilt disease:   

Know When NOT to Prune - No pruning/trimming oaks from February 1st - June 30th.   

Paint - Always paint frest oak wounds immediately after pruning with wound dressing or latex paint, regardless of the season.

Sterilize Pruning Tools - Clean all pruning tools with 10% bleach solution or Lysol between sites and trees.

Properly Dispose of Red Oak Debris - Debris from diseased red oaks should be immediately chipped or burned. 

For the SRMA Oak Wilt Policy click here.
For the SRROA Oak Wilt Policy click here.
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If uncertain about trimming, consult a Texas oak wilt certified arborist, an oak wilt specialist from a city, county or state government agency such as the Texas Forest Service or Texas AgriLife Extension Service, or visit www.texasoakwilt.org.