Many problems can arise with your trees, from insects that are divided into three categories according to their method of feeding: chewing, sucking, and boring. Insects from each group have characteristic patterns of damage.

Another problem your trees and shrubs can come across are diseases. Infectious transmittable diseases caused by microscopic living agents and non-infectious non transmittable diseases that are inherited or the result of non-living agents are the two basic disease classifications. Examples can be fungi, fungal like microorganisms, viruses, and bacteria.

Always consult an ISA Certified Arborist if you have any doubt about the nature of the problem or the proper treatment method to use for your trees.