
Viburnum Leaf Beetle: New Invasive Species
Viburnum Leaf Beetle, Pyrrhalta viburni, is a new invasive species that is making its way down the East Coast and could wreak havoc on both native and imported species of Viburnum in DC, Maryland, and Northern VA. Both the larvae and adult beetles feed on foliage creating severe damage and eventually killing the plant. The good news is that Viburnum Leaf Beetles will only infest Viburnums. The bad news is that Viburnums are very popular…

Invasive Plants: Don’t Let Invasives Take Over Your Property
What Are Invasive Plants? Invasive plants are species of plants that are not native to the local ecosystem and whose introduction causes economic harm, environmental harm, or harm to human health. Why Are Invasive Plants Bad? Invasive species compete directly with native species for moisture, sunlight, nutrients, and overall space. They typically win this battle, killing off the native species they are competing with because of their aggressive nature. Many invasive plants produce a large…

Emerald Ash Borer: Death Sentence For Your Tree
If you have an ash tree you may have noticed small green flying insects attacking your tree. This insect is called the Emerald Ash Borer and has been labeled the most destructive pest in America. Most of the Emerald Ash Borer’s lifespan is spent in the larva stage where they feed on your trees. However, this is the time of year that adult borers emerge from your Ash trees to mate. Right now and for the…