Tree Pests & Diseases
The 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!
Read MoreWhy Are Mushrooms Growing on Your Tree?
Should you worry when you see mushrooms or fungi growing on your tree? Yes! Read our article to find out why it can be a sign that there is something wrong with your tree.
Read MoreBacterial Leaf Scorch in New Jersey: Symptoms, Prevention & Treatment
Do your tree’s leaves look scorched? It could just be due to heat or water stress, but it could also be a symptom of the fatal disease Bacterial Leaf Scorch.
Read MoreOak Wilt in New Jersey: Symptoms, Spread, Prevention & Treatment
Oak wilt is a fatal disease that kills oak trees within a few years of infection. These oak wilt FAQs will help you stop it from spreading in New Jersey and protect your oak trees.
Read MoreWhy Timing for Insect Pest & Tree Disease Treatments Aren’t Based on the Calendar
To know when it’s the right time to apply treatments for tree and landscape pests and diseases, you have to first understand the weather.
Read MoreWhen to Treat Tree Pests & Diseases
Know when insects and diseases are active in central New Jersey so you can maintain a healthy, beautiful landscape with minimal use of potentially toxic chemicals.
Read MoreHemlock Woolly Adelgid is Killing New Jersey’s Hemlock Trees
If you have hemlock trees on your property, you probably also have the invasive and deadly Hemlock Woolly Adelgid. Learn how to identify it, how it damages and kills hemlocks, why hemlocks are so critical to our environment, your treatment options, and how to control the spread of the adelgid.
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