Emerald Ash Borer Control Services In West Lyon, IA
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Emerald Ash Borer Treatments
The Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) is an invasive beetle that attacks and kills ash trees by disrupting their ability to transport water and nutrients. Native to Asia, EAB was first detected in the U.S. in the early 2000s and has since spread rapidly, leaving millions of dead ash trees in its path.
Signs of an EAB infestation include…
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Thinning or dying branches, starting at the top of the tree
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D-shaped exit holes in the bark where adult beetles emerge
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Bark splitting, revealing serpentine tunnels underneath
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Increased woodpecker activity as they feed on EAB larvae
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Shoots or sprouts growing from the base of the tree
How EAB Infests Ash Trees
Eggs Laid on Bark
Female EAB beetles lay eggs in the crevices of ash tree bark.
Larvae Tunnel Inside the Tree
Once hatched, the larvae burrow beneath the bark, creating winding tunnels (galleries) that block nutrient and water flow.
Tree Decline Begins
As the infestation grows, the tree weakens, causing canopy dieback, leaf thinning, and bark splitting.
Beetles Emerge and Spread
Adult beetles emerge from D-shaped exit holes in the bark, continuing the cycle and spreading to nearby ash trees.
All photos in this section are from Tawny Simisky and the University of Massachusetts Amherst
Why Choose Preventative Treatment?
Protects Healthy Ash Trees
Long-Lasting Protection
Cost-Effective Solution
How to Protect Your Ash Trees
Once an ash tree is infested, it declines quickly. Preventative treatments are the best way to protect healthy trees, as treatments are most effective before heavy infestation occurs. If you notice signs of EAB damage, early intervention may still help slow the progression.
Contact us today for an assessment and expert recommendations on protecting your ash trees from Emerald Ash Borer damage.
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