The first line of defense against pests and diseases is plant health. The healthier a tree or shrub, the better able it is to naturally fend off insects and diseases. Our primary focus is preventing pest management through overall tree care. Even with preventive maintenance, sometimes serious maladies can affect your trees. When this is the case, we will evaluate the specific pest and disease, the overall tree condition and recommend the most effective and environmentally sensitive management approach.
The treatment method used for a particular insect or disease problem will depend on the species involved, the extent of the problem, and a variety of other factors specific to the situation.
What trees are up against
Insects
Insects can become pests when populations reach levels that threaten the health and / or aesthetic value of a tree.
Diseases& Bacteria
When plants are challenged with unsuitable environmental or physiological conditions they become susceptible to pathogens that can cause disease.
Fungi
Funguses can be dangerous to trees and break down their structural integrity leading them to literally fall apart. A fungus may also attack the leaves hurting a tree’s ability to make food through photosynthesis