February 26, 1999
Question: Where do I call if I’d like to get my citrus trees inspected for citrus canker?
- Sal, Estero
Answer: You’ll need to call the Division of Plant Industry in Immokalee. There are 10 inspectors employed to inspect private residences in the five southwest Florida counties. The number is (239) 658-3684. Citrus canker has not been detected in Lee County.
- Stephen Brown is a horticulture agent with the Lee County Extension. To submit questions call the horticulture desk at 461- 7504 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. or via e-mail at shb@gnv.ifas.ufl.edu. Listen to the ‘Garden Show" at 8 a.m. on 1200-AM
WINK/WNOG.