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Montgomery & Bucks County, PA

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Section of eastern hemlock tree branch with its needles covered with the adelgid’s woolly secretion.

Pests & Diseases

Pennsylvania Hemlocks: Battle Against Hemlock Woolly Adelgid

The hemlock woolly adelgid is an insect pest killing up to 80% of hemlock trees in some areas. Learn what Pennsylvania is doing to stop the attack.
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A fallen tree in PA

Tree Care

7 Signs of a Dangerous Tree

Do you know if your tree is dangerous? Here are 7 things you can inspect to tell if your tree is healthy or a hazard, and what to do if your tree poses a danger.
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An adult spotted lanternfly with wings spread out rests on a tree in Pennsylvania.

Pests & Diseases

Spotted Lanternfly – Pest Profile & FAQs

The spotted lanternfly is an invasive pest causing damage to trees and landscapes across Pennsylvania. Learn how to identify its many stages and limit the harm it does on your property.
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Trees that were overly pruned or "topped," with the entire top of the trees cut off.

Tree Care

Tree Topping – Just Don’t Do It

Tree topping is commonly done and may seem to be an efficient way to reduce the size of a tree. Unfortunately, it has severe unintended consequences that put your tree and surrounding structures at risk. Learn why tree topping is NOT an acceptable pruning practice.
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Two metallic green emerald ash borer beetles mating on a green leaf, illustrating the invasive insect that damages ash trees.

Pests & Diseases

Emerald Ash Borer – Get Your Trees Protected

This invasive pest, first discovered in Bucks and Montgomery Counties in 2012, kills ash trees within 1 to 2 years of infestation. Without protective treatments, ash trees will die (it's not "if" but "when").
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