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Japanese Beetles on the Rise -- Control Them Now
Northern Illinois had very high numbers of Japanese beetle adults last year. High numbers of beetles are expected this summer due to nearly ideal conditions last fall and winter.
Japanese beetles emerge at the end of June or the first week in July in our area. Application of imidacloprid (Merit, Bayer Advanced tree and shrub insect control, and other brand names) and other systemic insecticides is effective in controlling Japanese beetle adults.
Why Treat for Japanese Beetles?Adult beetles damage plants by eating the upper leaf tissue between the veins producing a transparent leaf effect. Left untreated, Japanese beetles will defoliate and weaken plants, but will not kill them. Japanese beetles also damage lawns by laying their eggs in the turf. The eggs become grubs that feed on grass roots, causing the death of the affected turf. If you're not a do-it-yourselfer, RYCO Landscaping can apply a Japanese Beetle Treatment to your trees and shrubs to prevent or eradicate an infestation of these destructive beetles. This spray covers the plant leaf surface and remains effective for fourteen days after application. Repeated applications may be necessary for full control.
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Emerald Ash Borer Seen in our Area
The Illinois Department of Agriculture confirmed Wednesday, June 3 that the emerald ash borer has made its way to Lake in the Hills.
What Are the Signs?
Besides the metallic green color of the borer, D-shaped holes in the bark are also a clue. No other insect creates the BB-size D-shaped holes on ashes. These are emergence holes for the adults after tunneling under the bark as larvae. Watching the trunks of trees for these exit holes is important as it is one of the first signs of infestation. Often, by the time the tree shows any dieback, the damage may be very extensive.
Also, as tops die back, the trees may produce shoots around the trunk at ground level which is another indicator since other problems such as wilt diseases seldom have this characteristic.
Preventative insecticide treatments may be used on ash trees, but effectiveness depends on the tree, its condition and the proximity to other infected sites.
Check out the Homeowner Guide to Emerald Ash Borer Treatments or contact RYCO to schedule treatment. |
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Check This Out...
RYCO's own Seth Logan invited to speak at the Morton Arboretum on June 27. As part of the "Water Wise Gardening/Eco-friendly Lawn Care Program" Seth will teach participants the ins and outs of rainfall harvest and irrigation systems. For more information, call Seth at 800-955-7926, ext. 23 or send an email to SLogan@rycolandscaping.com
July has been named Smart Irrigation Month by the U.S. government. Check out next month's newsletter for handy information and tips on using water wisely, responsibly and efficiently. RYCO Landscaping featured in G magazine. Ask for your free copy of the article on low maintenance landscaping by calling 800-955-7926 or going to the Contact Us page on our Web Site. Put "Maintenance Article" in the comment box. |
