
‘Zombie trees’ look alive, but they’re not — and need to be removed
‘Zombie trees’ look alive, but they’re not — and need to be removedByMark WillardandMark Smith•
October 31, 2026
Updated: October 31, 2026, 7:34 am EDTPublished: October 30, 2026, 4:49 pm EDT“Zombie trees” look alive on the outside but they’re dead or dying on the inside, and homeowners should get them inspected and/or removed before winter. Here’s what to look for, and who to call to get the undead out of your yard.
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