Professional tree care – save for your trees
When you think of tree care, usually such things as watering, fertilization and pruning come to mind. Yet, in spite of their massive size, even healthy trees can be damaged by a small and often overlooked problem…insects. In this scenario, professional tree care can mean the difference between life and death for your tree.
Even in the northern hemisphere, there are a wide variety of insects that can threaten a tree\’s health. One of these pests is the gypsy moth. An infestation by gypsy moths can destroy your tree\’s foliage, leaving it susceptible to infestation by other insects and possible fungal disease.
Another pest that can endanger the health of your tree is the mite. These tiny pests will suck the sap out of foliage; also leading to damage that makes your tree susceptible to other causes of mortality.
Scales are another insect that can damage your tree. These insects can literally kill your young trees, and sap the strength of your mature tree.
Another Major Threat
Finally, wood boring insects are a major threat to (and potential killer of) your healthy tree. A prime example is the emerald ash borer, which was discovered in Ontario in 2002, and is expected to cause billions of dollars in tree damage throughout North America, in addition to the millions it has already cost.
While the diagnosis and treatment of insects that damage trees can be time consuming and complex, you don\’t have to cope with the problem on your own. An arborist can diagnose which, if any, pests may be afflicting your tree, and provide the best treatment, not only for elimination of the pest, but for the safety and future health of your tree.
A beautiful tree not only increases the value of a property, it also provides numerous other benefits, including shade and wind protection. Contact us to find out the best way to protect your tree, for yourself and for future generations. You can follow along on Facebook and Instagram, or you can contact us here if you have any questions.
