American Elm trees can be found growing in many places around the Agnes Scott Arboretum, including at the tour stop that we call Trees & Disease. The American Elm tree, or Ulmus americana, is a deciduous tree that is native … Continue reading
Like humans, trees are susceptible to disease. For example, the tall American sycamore (Platanus occidentalis) just behind Agnes Scott Hall suffers from bacterial leaf scorch. Sometimes the effects of a disease can be catastrophic. Early in the 20th century, … Continue reading