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 →