Unfortunately, there is no perfect solution. You can try to exercise oak mite control by using DEET, a commercially available mosquito and tick repellent. But in the end, you can only protect yourself best by being vigilant. Stay away from oak trees with galls toward the end of summer. And when you do go into the garden or near the trees, shower and wash your clothes in hot water when you come in from gardening.
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Unfortunately, there is no perfect solution. You can try to exercise oak mite control by using DEET, a commercially available mosquito and tick repellent. But in the end, you can only protect yourself best by being vigilant. Stay away from oak trees with galls toward the end of summer. And when you do go into the garden or near the trees, shower and wash your clothes in hot water when you come in from gardening.
Read more at Gardening Know How: Oak Tree Gall Mites: Learn How To Get Rid Of Oak Mites https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/oak/oak-tree-gall-mites.htm