
5 Insects & Fungi To Look Out For This Fall
Monday marks the first day of fall. With fall comes a new assortment of insects, fungi, and diseases that will feed on and hurt your plants. Learn what pests pose a danger to your trees and shrubs and what signs you should keep an eye out for on your property this fall. 1. Fall Webworms Fall Webworms are a native pest of shade trees and shrubs that emerge throughout mid-late summer and fall. These caterpillars…

Caterpillars: Types of Caterpillars & The Damage They Cause
Having caterpillars infest your trees can be a worrying situation for a homeowner. Caterpillars can do lots of damage quickly; however, some types are relatively harmless. The truth is the level of damage your tree will sustain depends on the type of caterpillar, the tree species, and the level of infestation. Luckily, we’ve created a guide of the common caterpillars in the area to help homeowners figure out what type of caterpillar they are dealing…

Common Signs of Insect Invaders
Early intervention is one of the best things you can do to help your trees and shrubs if they are struggling with an insect infestation. But this is easier said than done. Many symptoms of insect infestations go unnoticed by homeowners because they just don’t know what to look for. This typically ends with homeowners missing the small symptoms seen in the beginning stages of the infestation and only noticing major symptoms after the trees/shrubs…

5 Defoliating Insects to Look Out For This Summer
Defoliating Insects Defoliating insects cause damage to trees and shrubs by eating their leaves or needles. By doing this, you remove the tree’s ability to use photosynthesis in order to produce the next year’s growth. This damage also increases the tree/shrubs susceptibility to be attacked by other insects and diseases. It’s important to keep any eye out for defoliating insects this summer. Knowing the early signs and getting immediate treatment can stop them in their…