Most Common Winter Tree Pests
Most common tree insects and pests hibernate for the winter not to emerge again until the next spring. However, some pests favorite hibernating spot is inside of your trees. If they are left untreated, they can cause serious damage to your trees.
What are the most common pests my trees might see in winter?
There are a couple of different types of pests we most commonly see on trees in Georgia in the winter including:
Aphids
The least alarming type of pest, however does multiply very quickly and and quickly overwhelm your trees and plants especially if your trees are already declining or in bad health. Aphids lay their eggs inside your trees to emerge when the next spring comes. They are relatively easy to treat as long as they are identified quickly. Have a certified Arborist in Snellville assess your trees in winter for health issues and pest problems!
Moth Grubs
Fruit bearing trees are a favorite for this worm like grub. They hide in the crevices of your trees during the winter months and pop out around the time your tree starts to bear fruit! These need to be nipped in the bud before they do serious damage to your new growth in the spring. A certified Arborist in Snellville can identify and treat moth grubs and other winter tree pests easily!
Red Spider Mites
Last but certainly not least the infamous red spider mite. They will go after a variety of species but prefer apple trees as a personal favorite. They remain active through spring summer and fall and hide out in the crevices of your trees during winter until it is warm enough for them to emerge again. What is especially hard about identifying these guys is their size. They are extremely small and you likely will not even be aware you have an infestation until it is far too late. They can be a harder pest to get rid of so its important to contact a certified arborist in Snellville if you notice any health issues with your trees.
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