
Five “Very Hungry” Late-Summer Caterpillars You Should Look Out For
As summer comes to a close, certain caterpillars have been found crawling around in landscapes. These late-summer caterpillars may harm your plants or even harm you. Here are the five types of “very hungry” caterpillars that have recently been found in the area. 1. Red-humped Oakworm Caterpillar Time of Year: August – September (Northeast), May – October (Southeast) Targets: White oak trees Beech trees Chestnut trees Red-humped oakworm caterpillars typically become more noticeable in the…

Fall Webworms: Webs In Your Trees
Fall Webworms are a native pest of shade trees and shrubs that emerge throughout mid-late summer and fall. Similar to Eastern Tent Caterpillar which we’ve discussed before, Fall Webworm are caterpillars that weave webs in trees & shrubs while feeding on their leaves. If left untreated, these insects will defoliate numerous branches and possibly the entire tree. Between the defoliation and giant webs, this pest turns trees into an eyesore. Species Targeted: Fall webworms target…

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…

Eastern Tent Caterpillar: Webs In Your Trees
Be on the look out for Eastern Tent Caterpillars in your landscape! Our Arborists warn that we will start seeing lots of Eastern Tent Caterpillars in the upcoming weeks. These caterpillars are a species of moth that emerge in their larvae state during spring and summer months. These hairy insects, with areas of blue, white, black, and orange, are social species that form communal nests in the branches of trees and shrubs. These communal nests look a…