Maple tree infestation

fred72 · 23rd November 2009, 02:58 PM

Hi, I live in Eastern Canada. I have a maple tree that has a big branch that needs to be cut down because it is really sick. The branch lost its bark, it has a lot of small holes and and the wood has a dark discoloration. I think the holes come from a bug called Longhorn Beetle because I saw something that looked like it in my backyard. Recently the branch started having large holes that were probably made by an animal like a wood pecker. Finally, last summer was much more wet then usual and this part of the backyard does not receive a lot of direct sun, so I starting noticing moss on the grass and at the base of the tree.

Do you think that the problem started because of the bugs or because of the moss on the grass?
Would you advise me to cut the sick branch only or to cut the entire tree?
Do you have any other ideas or suggestions?

You help is much appreciated!

Fred

Garry Brockley · 24th November 2009, 06:13 AM

from the look of that the whole left side of the tree is going into decline and so is some of the tree in the left back ground

majestic1 · 28th November 2009, 02:47 PM

The insect damage and moss is likely secondary;the primary cause may be from internal trunk decay which attracted the insects.
You should consult an arborist.

23rd November 2009, 02:58 PM	#1
fred72 I'm new here so be nice Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Canada Posts: 1	Maple tree infestation Hi, I live in Eastern Canada. I have a maple tree that has a big branch that needs to be cut down because it is really sick. The branch lost its bark, it has a lot of small holes and and the wood has a dark discoloration. I think the holes come from a bug called Longhorn Beetle because I saw something that looked like it in my backyard. Recently the branch started having large holes that were probably made by an animal like a wood pecker. Finally, last summer was much more wet then usual and this part of the backyard does not receive a lot of direct sun, so I starting noticing moss on the grass and at the base of the tree. Do you think that the problem started because of the bugs or because of the moss on the grass? Would you advise me to cut the sick branch only or to cut the entire tree? Do you have any other ideas or suggestions? You help is much appreciated! Fred Attached Thumbnails Last edited by Jeff Darby; 23rd November 2009 at 09:08 PM.

24th November 2009, 06:13 AM	#2
Garry Brockley Bayside Tree Care Brisbane Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Brisbane Aus Posts: 1,641	Re: Maple tree infestation from the look of that the whole left side of the tree is going into decline and so is some of the tree in the left back ground __________________ My business:- Brisbane Bayside Tree Care

28th November 2009, 02:47 PM	#3
majestic1 Sappling Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: DeWitt, Michigan Posts: 11	Re: Maple tree infestation The insect damage and moss is likely secondary;the primary cause may be from internal trunk decay which attracted the insects. You should consult an arborist. Last edited by Eric Frei; 28th November 2009 at 05:48 PM. Reason: link removed

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