Professional Boring Insect Protection Programs
Protect your Spruce, Pine, and Ash trees with professional tree insect applications.
What’s Included In A Boring Insect Protection Program?
This is a preventative spray in the early spring to protect your trees against boring insects.
Boring insects are still a major concern along the Front Range as they continue to kill thousands of trees per year. These insects mainly focus on Spruce, Pine, and Ash trees, especially ones that are not irrigated and/or stressed.
What Is The Primary Reason For Tree Decline?
More often than not, improper planting and irrigation are the culprits to tree decline.
Improper planting issues include:
- Too High/ too deep
- Wire cages left on
- Burlap left on
- Inadequate soil prep around the root ball
- Trees planted too close togethe
Irrigation issues:
- Too much or too little water
- Off-target watering
- Change in watering amount based on tree maturity
How Do I Care For My Trees In The Winter?
Small or thin bark trees should be wrapped in the winter months (Thanksgiving to Easter). Water as needed, based upon weather conditions.
How Long Does The Tree Need To Be Treated With A Micro-Injection?
Recovery time is at least 2-3 years in ideal conditions (proper soil & irrigation). Disease/fungus typically occur internally in the spring but you may not notice external symptoms until summer.