Tree Insects

Webbing on plants with stippled damage on foliage may indicate a spider mite infestation.

Armored scale insects are a large group of sucking insects that can be tricky to find, identify, and manage.

Leafminers feed between the upper and lower surfaces of a leaf.

Oak trees are declining for a variety of reasons.

Needled evergreens are the preferred host of bagworms but don't be surprised to see the bags on the branches of shade trees.

Factors to consider when removing a tree.

Have you noticed tiny insects jumping or hopping on your garden plants or trees? Leafhoppers are a category of insects that can cause tiny spots on leaves and spread plant diseases. Their feeding can cause leaf yellowing, leaf curling, and in some cases, leaf death.

Sawfly damage is done by larvae that resemble caterpillars. These insects feed in groups and can be found chewing the leaves of a variety of plants including roses, dogwoods, hibiscus, columbine, birch, and pines.