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Emerald Ash Borer is in Vermont, eventually all of our local ash trees will be impacted. Land owners will need to decide to treat their ash trees or remove them.
As certified professionals, we can help either way!
We are licensed to systemically treat healthy trees with a process of injecting insecticide. under the tree bark. This treatment is safe, effective and guaranteed for two years.
Prevention is key as a living ash tree is the goal, however if your tree needs to be removed, we are the experts to call.
Please fill out the contact form below or call us at 802.349.7459 we would love to talk to you about your trees and your options.
In 2018 Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) was discovered in Vermont. This 1/2 -inch long metallic green beetle feeds on and burrows in all North American ash tree species.
Is your tree infested by emerald ash borers? Contact us today to inspect the tree.
Since EAB only attacks ash trees, it is important to first determine if you have ash trees on your property. The most commonly planted species are green and white ash.
Characteristics of ash trees are branches and buds that grow directly opposite each other. This can be difficult as not every branch or bud will have a mate, as some buds or limbs may die. You will notice the branches and buds that do exist are not staggered.
Leaves are compound and composed of five to 11 leaflets. Leaflet edges may be smooth or toothed. This can be confused with box elder, however these branches usually exhibits three to five leaflets.
On mature green and white ash trees, the bark holds a distinct pattern of diamond-shaped ridges and is tight. Black ash trees have a flakey bark as they age. On young trees, the bark is relatively smooth.
Do you know the warning signs of infestation? Contact us today to inspect the tree.
Possible signs and symptoms of EAB to determine if your tree is infested.
Leaves thin and die on the upper third of the tree. The dying leaves spread downward.
Bark splits vertically.
Bugs puncture through bark on the tree limbs and trunk, leaving D-shaped holes about one-eighth of an inch wide, smaller than a penny.
Larvae leave S-shaped trails beneath the tree bark.
Woodpeckers feed on the tree more frequently.
Sprouts of leaves grow from the roots and trunk.
(Source: Purdue University Extension)
If your tree is infested and you would rather remove your tree from your property instead of pesticide treatment, the wood does not have to go to waste. You can use the wood, as firewood, landscaping materials or lumber. It is important to contact a professional to contain the spread.