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The Emerald Ash Borer is a serious threat to the trees in the southwest metro, and homeowners need to be aware of the potential damage it can cause. If left untreated, EAB can spread quickly throughout your property and surrounding areas, leading to the eventual loss of valuable trees. Beyond the loss of aesthetics and property value, untreated infestations can pose a safety hazard, as weakened trees are more likely to fall during storms or high winds. Homeowners must proactively protect their trees and the environment, including seeking appropriate treatment or removal when necessary.
What does Emerald Ash Borer look like?
These harmful beetles are emerald green and about ½ inch long as an adult. The larva is a white, worm-looking insect that lives inside the tree. You typically will not see them as they live underneath the bark, so keep an eye on your trees for the following symptoms:
- Tiny holes or complete splitting of bark
- Tunnels underneath bark with holes shaped like a “D” from the beetles exiting
- Tree suckers or “shoots” growing at the trunk
- Thinning or entirely bare tree canopy
- Increased woodpecker presence or tree damage
How to Mitigate EAB:
Trees need to be protected with insecticides when emerald ash borer (EAB) populations are abundant enough in an area to cause significant damage in the next year or two. Infected trees require a special EAB treatment done by a local arborist. L and T Tree Services provides inspection and treatment options for emerald ash borer.
- Rapidly wilting leaves, typically starting at the top of the tree and working its way down
- Leaves are turning a discolored brown
- Leaves are quickly falling off the tree
- Underneath the bark of the tree, there may be a blue stain on the wood
Emerald Ash Borer is present in the following Minnesota Counties:
- Carver
- Scott
- Hennepin
- Sibley
- Dakota
- Ramsey
