The invasive spotted lanternfly causes significant damage to agriculture crops in Pennsylvania. Homeowners need to know what trees spotted lanternfly damage so they can protect their property.
Birch Trees are a favorite of Spotted Lanternfly
There are many sub species of birch trees in Pennsylvania. The most common that we find in neighborhoods and develops are the ornamental birch species.
River Birch are very common ornamental trees we find in neighborhoods that are susceptible to spotted lanternfly infestations.
Spotted Lanternfly LOVE Maple Trees
There are many different species of maple that we find throughout Pennsylvania. Maple trees are very common in neighborhoods and developments as ornamental trees.
The spotted lanternfly will tend to attack and feed on the sweeter sap species of maple.
Willow Trees are Spotted Lanternfly Targets
The last ornamental tree species that commonly have spotted lanternfly infestations are willow trees.
Willows and Weeping Willows are beautiful ornamental trees that spotted lanternfly love to feed on.
Spotted Lanternfly Favorite Tree
The spotted lanternfly favorite tree is the invasive Tree of Heaven aka Ailantus Tree.
Spotted Lanternfly Treatments and Prevention
There are treatment options to treat and protect ornamental trees such as birch, maple, and willows from the invasive spotted lanternfly.
Treat options will vary by time of year
Spring Spotted Lanternfly Options
Systemic Treatments for Spotted Lanternfly
Tree Banding to capture Spotted Lanternfly
Summer and Fall Spotted Lanternfly Treatments
Winter Spotted Lanternfly Treatments
Finding and destroying spotted lantenfly egg masses is the only treatment in the winter.
Spotted Lanternfly Egg Masses can be found in unusual places.
Affordable Spotted Lanternfly Treatments and Prevention
We are experts in treating and preventing spotted lanternfly infestations.
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Since the spotted lanternfly was introduced into Berks County 6 years ago, we have been on the front line in the fight against this invasive pest.
Pest Control and Exterminator Experts
Where do we service?
We service South Eastern and South Central Pennsylvania. Some of the specific areas we service include:
- Chester County
- Berks County
- Downingtown
- West Chester
- Malvern
- Main Line
- Exton
- Glenmoore
- Phoenixville
- Chadds Ford
- Kennett Square
- Many More!
How to schedule an appointment with a Spotted Lanternfly Expert
Give us a call or text us at (484) 401-4361 to schedule an appointment