Ash trees are one of the most familiar sights in the British countryside, lining hedgerows, woodlands and roadsides across the country. In recent years, however, many of them have begun to look thin, sickly and bare — often because of ash dieback, a fungal disease that has become the most serious threat facing ash in the UK. Understanding what ash dieback is, how to recognise it and what can sensibly be done helps tree owners, landowners and anyone who walks in woodland make better decisions about the trees in their care. What Is Ash Dieback? Ash dieback is a disease…
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