Tree Pests & Diseases
Beech Bark Disease: Prevention, Causes, and Symptoms
Beech bark disease is a fatal disease targeting American beech trees across New Jersey. Learn more about the causes and how to prevent beech bark disease.
Read MoreBeech Leaf Disease: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Beech leaf disease is a fatal tree disease that threatens all New Jersey beech trees. Learn how to identify it and select the best treatment option from the few that are available.
Read MoreAre Your Boxwoods Looking Ragged This Spring? Here’s Why …
Boxwood Leafminers pose a threat to your shrubs and landscape. Prevention is the best medicine, and our team at Alpine Tree can help!
Read MoreProtecting Your Pines from the White Pine Weevil: A Guide for New Jersey Homeowners
Have you noticed the tops of your pine trees looking wilted or brown? This could be a sign of the destructive white pine weevil. Learn how to identify and combat this pest.
Read More16 Insect Pests That Survive Over Winter in New Jersey
Insects are cold-blooded, so how do they survive over winter in New Jersey? From ticks and mosquitoes to spotted lanternfly, Japanese beetles, and Eastern tent caterpillars, we’ll uncover their winter survival tactics so you can better combat insects that survive New Jersey winters.
Read More11 Common Fungal Tree Diseases Affecting New Jersey Trees
Fungal diseases are silently attacking trees across New Jersey, posing a major threat to their beauty and longevity. Learn how to spot these diseases early, how to treat them, and steps to prevent fungal infections from destroying your trees.
Read MoreThe Rise of the Lantern Fly
With May and June in full swing, the rise of spotted lantern flies and emerald ash borers (EABs) is imminent. These agile lantern flies, with their acrobatic prowess rivaling ninjas, present a challenge to squish. Originating from Southeast Asia, spotted lantern flies have made their way to New Jersey, posing a threat to various plants.…
Read MoreChemical-Free Ways to Control Insect Pests
If you’re looking for a chemical-free method to reduce the insect pests in your trees and garden, beneficial insects are an ideal choice. By using your plants and trees to attract beneficial insects, you can take advantage of the beneficials that are already there. And with a few cost-effective additions, you can turn your garden into a diverse haven for beneficial insects.
Read MoreDisease Alert: Fire Blight
There is no current cure for fire blight disease and it can be spread via different ways. That’s why it is important to know how to identify the signs & symptoms of fire blight and what you need to do if you notice those signs.
Read MoreIPM: What Is It and Why Should You Care?
Many experienced gardeners and landscape professionals practice Integrated Pest Management (IPM) to make and maintain gardens that are healthy and vigorous, with low populations of pests. Find out why in this article!
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