Protecting Your Trees with ISA Certified Arborists

Your trees are a valuable, long-term investment. When they show signs of distress—such as unusual spots, defoliation, or wilting—time is critical. Specialty Tree Service offers a full range of expert tree disease management and insect control services throughout York County and Lancaster County.

As ISA Certified Arborists, we possess the specialized knowledge required to accurately diagnose the problem and recommend the most effective, targeted treatment plan. We are not just spraying generic chemicals; we are providing professional, science-based care to save your trees and protect your entire landscape.

Contact us for a professional opinion if you suspect your trees might have insects or disease. Early diagnosis is the key to successful treatment!

Our Three Targeted Treatment Methods

Once a proper diagnosis is made, we implement customized treatments designed to manage the specific pest or pathogen affecting your trees. We offer a full range of disease management services for your trees consisting of three primary methods:

1. Systemic Root Flare Injections (Targeted and Effective): This highly effective method involves injecting insecticides or fungicides directly into the tree’s vascular system at the root flare (the base of the trunk). This process ensures the active ingredient is quickly distributed throughout the tree, providing fast, long-lasting defense against internal threats like the Emerald Ash Borer.

2. Systemic Soil Applications: Applied directly to the soil around the base of the tree, these products are taken up through the root system. This method is excellent for feeding the tree necessary nutrients and providing broad, preventative protection against pests that feed on roots or leaves.

3. Horticultural Spray Treatments: We use targeted sprays, which may include dormant oil, horticultural oil, or other specific products, applied directly to the leaves, trunk, or branches. These treatments are often used to manage surface pests or diseases like powdery mildew, or to interrupt the life cycle of insects like Bag Worms during their active season.

Common Tree Health Problems in Our Service Area

Many common insect and disease problems thrive in the climate of York and Lancaster, PA. Identifying these problems early is crucial. If you see signs of any of the issues below, please call us immediately for an inspection:

Insects & Pests

• Emerald Ash Borer (EAB): We specialize in the diagnosis and systemic treatment (Root Flare Injection) necessary to save valuable Ash trees from this devastating pest.

• Spotted Lantern Fly: Management and control strategies for this invasive and destructive pest.

• Bag Worms: Targeted treatments to eliminate these common pests before they completely defoliate vulnerable trees and shrubs.

• Gypsy Moth: Control measures to prevent widespread damage from cyclical outbreaks.

• Hemlock Wooly Adelgid (HWA): Protecting valuable Hemlock trees from this sap-feeding insect.

Diseases

• Oak Wilt: A lethal, vascular disease requiring specialized, rapid response and treatment protocols.

• Bacterial Leaf Scorch (BLS): Diagnosis and management to slow the progression of this common bacterial issue.

• Cedar Apple Rust: Treatments to prevent the unsightly orange/red spots on Apple and Crabapple trees.

• Anthracnose: Management for this common fungal disease affecting trees like Sycamore and Ash.

• Apple Scab: Prevention and treatment for this foliage and fruit-damaging fungus.

• Verticillium Wilt: Diagnosis for this soil-borne fungus that causes branch dieback.

• Fire Blight: Pruning and treatment to manage this common bacterial disease in fruit trees.

• Cankers Disease: Identification and pruning strategies to halt the spread of localized trunk infections.

• Powdery Mildew: Surface spray applications to control this common white fungal coating on leaves.

Schedule Your Professional Tree Health Assessment

Don’t wait until it’s too late. A tree that looks healthy on the outside can be under attack. We will diagnose your tree’s health and provide a clear, honest assessment of its prognosis and treatment options.

Contact Specialty Tree Service today to schedule a site visit and health assessment in York or Lancaster, PA.

Call us now at 717-755-7505 (York) or click here to request a free quote.

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