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Detecting Spider Mites<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Spider mites are small, oval, and black. As mentioned, they are about the size of a black pepper flake, and even resemble black pepper on a leaf. In fact, this is one way to identify a spider mite infestation. Simply turn over the leaves to see if you see specks of black. Another way to see of your tree has spider mites is to snap off a small twig and shake it over a white piece of paper or napkin. If a lot of black moving specks fall off onto the paper, you have found your spider mites. One of the first signs of spider mite infestation is tree health decline. You will see this in its canopy and leaves. Leaves will discolor in patches across the canopy, and overtime, will eventually cause complete crown die-back. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nSpider Mite Solutions<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
If you have spider mites in your evergreen trees, you can try a few do-it-yourself solutions first. But if the infestations are too large, or your trees are too sick, you may need to skip over the DIY approach and go directly to professional tree care service. For small or early spider mite problems, spray the tree foliage with a garden hose. Do this every day for one week, and then do an inspection to see if spider mites still exist. Be sure to not wet the trunk of the tree too much. This can attract more pests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If a spider mite infestation is beyond your control, you will need a licensed arborist<\/a> to provide professional tree disease and pest control service. They have the proper training and resources necessary to treat tree pests, responsibly and efficiently. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Call Complete Tree Care at<\/strong> 317-783-2518<\/strong> to speak with a professional Indianapolis tree service contractor<\/a> about tree pests and tree care. We have an on-duty arborist who can diagnose and treat your tree pest problem. With over 30 years of experience, you can trust our tree care company for excellent support and quality service. Call 317-783-2518<\/strong> to request an estimate, today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Although spider mites only as large as a black pepper flake, they can cause an extensive amount of damage to landscaping trees. These small mites are not insects, but rather, spiders, and they only attack species of evergreens, primarily Spruce … Continue reading Indianapolis Tree Service<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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