It’s an unfortunate fact that the Ash Tree is under attack by the Emerald Ash Borer and our GTA tree canopies will experience the demise of our ash trees. Emerald Ash Borers, the native Asian pests that have succeeded in the demise of millions of trees in southwestern Ontario and the Great Lakes States trees already, are a force that cannot be stopped. Once an Ash Tree has been infested and infected, the mortality rate is approximately 100 per cent. We encourage residents and business owners to get proactive about spotting ash trees that these pests have infected so they can be immediately removed and replaced with a healthy tree to keep your landscapes prosperous and pest free.
Emerald Ash Borer will only travel a few kilometers a year on its own, yet it can be easily dispersed long distances by people moving infested materials. Don’t move infested wood material from the regulated zone to new areas; this includes all firewood, trees, logs, lumber, wood or bark chips. Firewood should always be obtained locally and burned on site. If you notice any of the above signs in ash trees in your area after doing any of the listed activities, you should act on beginning the removal process.
Rooted Tree Services offers free consultations and quotes in the removal of dead or dying Ash Trees and encourages residents to get proactive in the fight against Emerald Ash Borer!
