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Red Spider Mites<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Although they are also very active in fall and spring, red\nspider mites are still something to look out for in the winter season. What\nreally makes them a nuisance is their omnivorous appetite, as they will feed on\na wide variety of plants and shrubs. However, apple trees are their main love,\nand they target them quite aggressively this time of year. Any crevices near\nthe bottom of the tree\u2019s trunk are where the spider mites like to hang out\nduring the winter. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here they will hide until the climate warms up. Because of\nthis innate habit of survival, it is difficult to spot a red spider mite\ninfestation. They are very tiny, resembling small red speckles of dust, and\nwill spin webs just like other spiders. Look for these signs if you suspect an\noutbreak within your landscaping. Fortunately, they are a bit easier to get rid\nthis time of year because they are not reproducing as rapidly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Aphids<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Aphids are trickier winter tree pests since there are more\nthan 4,000 known species around the world. This makes them harder to identify, which\nin turn, leaves many tree infestations misdiagnosed and mistreated. Furthermore,\ntheir high numbers allow their hordes to surmount a plant quickly. Their eggs\nare laid in the fall, and remain dormant within trees during the winter season.\nAs a result, trees can experience a rapid decline in health and structural\nintegrity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Codling Moth Grubs<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
If you can picture a worm crawling out of an apple, like in\nthose fairytale movies you used to watch as a kid, you might be imagining a\ncodling moth grub. That is because these common winter tree pests target fruit\ntrees, including apple trees, pear trees, and cherry trees. Like spider mites,\nthey will enter the tiny crevices and hide away for the winter, which overall,\ndamages a tree.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How to Treat and Defend Your Trees<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
There are plenty of ways to prevent pest outbreaks in your\ntrees. The most effective method is routine tree care, namely trimming and\npruning. This promotes healthy growth and lasting stability in trees. See our\nblog, \u201cWhen\nis it Time to Trim My Trees?<\/a>\u201d to learn how to develop a routine schedule for\nyour property. Weeding and mulching are two additional tasks that will make identifying\npests easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You can also choose to apply a spray-on pest defender\nrepellent on your trees in the fall for winter protection. Be sure to hire a professional\ncompany for tree spraying services. Another technique is to apply glue around\nyour trees in the form of bands, which can prevent insects from crawling up the\ntrunks and into the canopies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Call Complete Tree Care at 317-783-2518<\/strong> for prompt and professional Indianapolis tree service<\/a> you can trust. We are experienced tree care technicians that can resolve your tree problems, regardless of your projects size or scope. We offer a wide range of tree removal and tree services, for both residential and commercial properties. We even offer free estimates and free tree care advice!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Although the majority of insects and similar pests turn in for the winter season, that does not mean they have disappeared. In fact, many species of bugs will brave the cold, harsh climates. Unfortunately, this puts our landscaping trees at … Continue reading Indianapolis Tree Care You Can Trust<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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