There are two trees on Wirral that are currently being investigated for
ash dieback disease.
If you see an ash tree with suspicious symptoms, please
contact the Forestry Commission.
Younger trees are more susceptible.
However, on mature trees, the leaves will be crisping up ready to fall
and any ash keys (seeds) will be brown in any case. This is normal.
The important thing to look for is the tell tale triangular mottling
below a bud or smaller branchlet junction, or if more advanced stretching up
and down the branch's bark, and if you split the wood some discolouration
of the water carrying tissues.
If you think you have spotted the disease, please check the symptoms video and pictorial guide from the Forestry Commission website before reporting it by telephone or email (further details below).
If you think you have spotted the disease, please check the symptoms video and pictorial guide from the Forestry Commission website before reporting it by telephone or email (further details below).
It is best to leave all material in place and report any suspected
sightings for an inspection.
Take photos and send these to the email address below.
In England and Wales:
Chalara helpline - 08459 33 55 77 (open 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. every day)
Updates on the disease will be posted on the Forestry Commission
website
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