Emerald Ash Borer is in Collingwood
The Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) is in Collingwood. The EAB is an invasive species that attacks and kills Ash trees. EAB poses no health risk to humans or pets but Ash trees of all species and sizes (with the exception of Mountain Ash tree) are susceptible to attack from the EAB.
The EAB is a small, metallic emerald green, wood boring beetle with a narrow elongated body. In the summer, they lay their eggs on Ash trees. Once the eggs hatch and become larvae, they tunnel under the bark to feed. The tunnels cut off the flow of water and nutrients causing the Ash tree to die.
What should you do if you suspect that your private ash tree is infected?
Please remember that all private property trees are the responsibillity of the property owner. If you suspect your Ash tree may have EAB, you are encouraged to consult a professional cetified arborist as soon as possible. You should choose an arborist certified with the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) or registered with the American Society of Consulting Arborists (ASCA).
A Certified Arborist can help with the following:
- It can be difficult to tell if a tree is infested
- By the time signs or symptoms appear in trees, it is often too late to treat
- They can safely remove and dispose of wood waste
- Insecticide treatments work best if applied before trees are infested/when infestation is at an early stage
Look for a fully insured certified arborist in your area today!
How to identify an Ash tree?
The bark on an Ash tree is tight and rough and often has a distinct diamond pattern. The leaves are compound and contain five to eleven finely toothed leaflets.
Signs of EAB Infection
Signs of Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) infection include sparse leaves or dying branches, d-shaped exit holes on the ash tree, s-shaped notches under the tree bark and/or fallen leaves and dead branches on the tree.
