Saving Trees Infested by Emerald Ash Borer

Friday, June 18th, 2021 -- 9:02 AM

(WBAY) After years of trying to prevent the spread of the Emerald Ash Borer, the push is on to educate people how to save the trees.

And that starts with being able to identify the tree and treat it. There is an infestation statewide. While nothing can be done for a dead tree, healthy trees and even ones that are already infected can be saved or have their life prolonged if treated right.

According to Chuck Stangel, there are two treatments for ash trees. The first is to flood the roots with medicine mixed with water, something every homeowner can do themselves.

The other is a trunk injection that needs to be completed by a licensed arborist. Saving the ash trees is important because there is actually an overpopulation of the trees in the state. But, losing too many at one time would be costly.

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