oak wilt disease

Oak wilt disease is a serious problem for oak trees in Michigan. The disease can spread rapidly and kill trees within just a few weeks. A new map gives a closer look at exactly where oak wilt disease has been found in West Michigan, specifically in Kent, Ottawa and Muskegon counties.

This is a dangerous time of year for oak trees in Michigan. Now through July 15 is when oak wilt disease can be transmitted to healthy oak trees. See where the disease has been found in Michigan and how to protect your trees.

The Michigan DNR says oak wilt disease is a serious problem for red oaks, including northern red oak, black oak and pin oak. The disease will often kill them within a few weeks. Red oaks are especially susceptible to oak wilt disease from April 15 - July 15 in Michigan.