How Do You Identify Insect Damage To Maple Trees?
Maple trees are one of the predominate species that provide spectacular fall foliage. Heavy damage by insects can retard growth and defoliate the trees. Tree lovers that maintain maple trees in their landscape should regularly inspect their maple trees for signs of insect infestation. Early detection allows you to research and implement the safest method of freeing the tree from the pests that inhabit your maple trees, which can speed removal and curtail damage. Examine your maple trees. A close examination of your maple tree will generally evidence of some type of insect feeding or show symptoms of decline including leaf loss, peeling bark, deformed growth or evidence of damage such as curling leaves, wilting or yellowing is visible. Insects that attack maple trees and may cause damage are cyclical. According to the Vermont Department of Forests, Parks & Recreation, manifestations will vary depending on weather conditions that may encourage or deter the infestation. Look for webs or c
