Tree Pests & Diseases
Hemlock Woolly Adelgid Facts for Northeast Ohio
A tiny pest is causing huge problems for hemlocks in northeast Ohio. If you have any hemlock trees on your property, the hemlock woolly adelgid (pronounced uh-DEL-jid) may already be destroying them. First discovered in Ohio in 2012, these minuscule pests may appear insignificant at first, but they can kill an entire tree in as little as a single season, or slowly kill it over many years.
Read MoreBeech Leaf Disease in Northeast Ohio
Have you noticed recent changes in your beech trees? The leaves may be curling, withering, and drying long before fall foliage changes should begin. Or maybe you’ve noticed dark lines on beech tree leaves. Both are signs of beech leaf disease (BLD) that’s affecting beeches in NE Ohio. Here are the known facts.
Read MoreIt’s February: Time To Plan Spring Tree & Shrub Treatments (Yes, Really!)
It may still be winter but spring is just around the corner. And with spring comes insect pests and diseases. February is the time to plan and schedule spring tree & shrub treatments to prevent insect and disease problems. Here’s our treatment schedule for northeast Ohio showing when to treat specific insect pests, fungal issues and diseases.
Read MoreProtecting Your Trees During Deer Mating Season
During fall, bucks rub their antlers on young trees, causing considerable damage and even killing the trees. Find out what you can do to protect your trees from deer antler rubbing.
Read MorePreventing Oak Wilt in Northeast Ohio
Oak Wilt is a deadly fungal disease that has put all oak trees in northeast Ohio at risk. Once infected, there’s no known cure for Oak Wilt – so prevention is the best option for saving your oak trees. OAK WILT RESOURCES >> Learn More 4 Steps To Prevent Oak Wilt Infection 1. Avoid Pruning…
Read MorePreventing the Spread of Oak Wilt and Dutch Elm Disease
Important Note: During the summer, Independent Tree does not schedule tree pruning services for oak or elm trees due to the risk of spreading oak wilt or Dutch Elm Disease. We strongly advise that homeowners also avoid pruning the trees during this time unless absolutely essential for safety reasons. Any pruning should be done using…
Read MoreHow to Combat 4 Common Summer Tree Pests
Late June marks the official start of the summer season, often signaling consistently warm temperatures in Northeast Ohio. Unfortunately, June also marks the arrival of many summer pests. If you see strange markings or abnormalities on your tree, as detailed below, do not ignore them. The following are just a few of the many pests…
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