Dutch Elm Disease

Following a survey conducted by Edinburgh City Council last summer, we were notified that we have a total of 42 Elm trees infected by Dutch elm disease.

Most of the infected trees are in the vicinity of the Quarry practice ground and range from between 5 to 20mts in height.

This week we started felling and burning the timber from the diseased trees.

These measures are aimed not only at controlling the spread of the disease and to protect neighbouring trees, but equally importantly, at public safety.

Elm tree marked for felling

Elm tree felled and ready for burning

For more information on Dutch elm disease click on the link below to watch a short video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzRuVWEx6Mg