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  • Emerald Ash Borer Background Information

    | Category: Insects & Diseases | Tags: Emerald Ash Borer, EAB, ash trees
    The emerald ash borer was first detected in North America in the Detroit, Michigan area in June 2002 and later that year in Ontario, Canada. EAB is now in 15 states and 2 Canadian provinces. EAB is native to Asia and is suspected to have arrived in...

  • Emerald Ash Borer — Additional News

    | Category: Insects & Diseases | Tags: Emerald Ash Borer, ash trees, EAB, insecticides
    Insecticidal ControlHomeowners and others have asked whether insecticides are useful in combating EAB. Experts have compiled a fact sheet to answer your questions. [PDF] Replacement Tree ListsMany property owners ask what kinds of replacement...

  • Ash Tree Identification

    | Category: Insects & Diseases | Tags: leaves, ash trees, Ash leaves
    Every tree species has a unique combination of defining characteristics. Variations in leaf size, shape, and arrangement can assist in identification. Use the following images comparing ash to other trees in determining if your tree is an ash. Ash...

  • EAB Advice to Homeowners

    | Category: Insects & Diseases | Tags: Emerald Ash Borer, EAB, ash trees
    The Morton Arboretum suggests these steps: Do not move firewood. Campers or vacationers who head to their summer homes should acquire firewood from the local area. Familiarize yourself with ash trees. Familiarize yourself with the...

  • Emerald Ash Borer Now in 15 States

    | Category: Insects & Diseases | Tags: EAB, ash trees, Emerald Ash Borer
    Officials continue to confirm additional infestations of the Emerald ash borer (EAB), an invasive pest that has left tens of millions of ash trees dead in the United States. Fifteen states now reporting infestations are: Illinois, Indiana,...