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Never prune this type of tree in early spring (it just invites pests & disease)

Pruning this sappy tree in early spring is basically an open invitation for destructive fungus and troublesome pests — here's ...
EurekAlert!

How to control maple tree pests using integrated pest management

A new open-access article in the Journal of Integrated Pest Management offers maple tree owners information about the biology, damage, and management for the most important pests of maples with an ...
extension.purdue.edu

Large Spots on Maple Leaves that Look Like Tar

Maple trees are among the most loved and widely planted shade trees in home landscapes. Maples produce seeds that fall like tiny helicopters from the tree, which kids love to run to and catch. As ...
Yahoo

Here’s How You Can Prevent Pests from Hitching a Ride On Your Christmas Tree, According to an Expert

Your fresh Christmas tree can play host to several types of pests. To prevent an infestation, it's important to check for pests several times before you bring your Christmas tree inside. If you can't ...
Brattleboro Reformer

Vermonters urged to help protect native trees from invasive pests

BURLINGTON — The Vermont Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation (FPR), the Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets (VAAFM), and UVM Extension are once again alerting the public about ...
The Boston Globe

Move over maple? With climate change, new interest in tapping other trees for syrup.

Producing other kinds of syrup could be a natural way for farmers to safeguard their harvest against warmer weather and pests. But maple experts say, the most famous syrup is here to stay. CONCORD, ...