Emerald Ash Borer

Emerald Ash Borer
Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) is a destructive insect that targets ash trees, weakening and eventually killing them. The best time to treat for EAB is in the fall, when the tree’s leaves are still on, allowing insecticide injections to be properly absorbed. If you don’t treat your ash tree in the fall, the insecticide won’t be in place to protect the tree during the critical spring months when the pest is most active. Early detection and treatment can help preserve the health of your ash tree and prevent the spread of this damaging pest.

Behind the bark of affected trees

Ash Borer bark entry holes

When the beetles are done

What Can I Do To Treat this?

Treatment options are quite simple, and it is wise to couple late season pruning with an injection also. This will help reduce the amount of decay and EAB inhabitants. The Emerald Ash Borer treatment is based on Emamectin Benzoate, a systemic injection. This injection must be administered by making small ports for injection around the base of the tree. A great arborist, like the ones at Urban Forestry LLC are acutely aware of the fine details that ensure your tree receives the lowest intervention with the highest returns.