Month: August 2017

Pest infestations, if left untreated, can cause serious damage to trees, plants and shrubs. Recognizing a potential pest problem early on will prevent extensive and irreversible damages. Nevada Tree Service has the expertise needed to quickly identify and treat pests that most commonly affect trees in the Las Vegas Valley. If you have questions regarding pest infestations call our professional tree care services, and we will help you diagnose and treat the problem.

Aphids

Aphids are tiny insects that feed off trees and new plant growth. Aphids come in a variety of colors and vary in size. They feed in clusters by sucking sap from the tree, secreting a sticky fluid in the process causing leaves to curl..Aphids breed quickly and will continue to feed on a tree until they have killed the plant before moving on to the next.

If you notice the leaves of your Las Vegas trees curling inward or notice a cluster of small lice-like insects, chances are high that your tree has an aphid infestation. Other signs of an aphid problem include sticky sap like fluid on leaves and surrounding areas of the tree.

Spider Mites

Spider mites are tiny arachnids that feed off sap from the bottom of tree leaves. Spider mites are difficult to see with extremely high reproduction rates, often enabling infestations to quickly spread.Spider mites cause leaves to appear yellowed with a silk-like webbed substance between them.

Spider mites are extremely active during summers and thrive in dry dusty conditions. If you suspect a spider infestation on one or more of your Las Vegas valley trees, call us at Nevada Tree Service for comprehensive tree care services.

Beetles

Pests Infects TreeMany different species of beetles are considered a threat to trees with each species attacking trees in individual ways. Tree-killing beetles bore into bark, tree limbs and even into roots, laying eggs under the bark causing a range of damage and even death of the tree.

Nevada Tree Service can provide a crucial tree care plans that will help keep your tree healthy by removing and destroying infested branches.

Borers

Tree borers lay eggs within a tree that then chew through the bark and roots, weakening trees by disrupting the proper transfer of water and essential nutrients. After some time, the chewed areas will girdle or break off.  Borer infestations can be identified by tiny holes throughout trunks, branches and stems from which sawdust-like particles come out. Borers are best prevented through routine tree service provided from experienced professionals.

Las Vegas Tree Care 

If you suspect your trees are suffering from a pest infestation, contact us at Nevada Tree Service. Our team of tree experts can accurately assess the condition of your Las Vegas trees and take the necessary steps to treat and restore. Call us at (702) 433-4700 before pest infestations cause lasting damage.

Nevada Tree Service
2062 Falcon Ridge Street, Las Vegas, NV 89142
(702) 433-4700

When summer or winter sets in, trees must be watered at regular intervals to provide roots with sufficient nourishment. Let’s take a look at a few tree care tips you can follow to take proper care of your trees during these seasons.

Watering in Summer

Watering of TreesFirst, you must determine the dryness of the soil. This will help you decide how much it needs to be watered. So, dig out about two inches of soil and hold it in your hands. If you can tighten it into a ball, then there is sufficient moisture in the soil. If not, you will need to water the area properly. You can also use a soil probe to check the moisture level more accurately.

Avoid lawn irrigation during summers as it fails in providing the roots with sufficient water. Instead, ensure that you water the trees right at their base. This will let the water seep through, giving it a much needed deep soak.

The amount of water a tree needs will depend on its age. For newer trees, deep-watering is recommended. This will provide the roots with enough water to nourish the whole tree. For older trees, you can leave it to find water through its network of long roots. If you are unable to determine how much water your trees need call the tree care professionals from Nevada Tree Service.  

Watering in Winter

Trees are usually dormant during this season, and the food synthesized by the leaves is sent to the roots for storage. However, in dry climates, trees may still require watering. Nevada Tree Service can provide you with thorough recommendations for proper watering of your Las Vegas trees during the winter months.

Before watering, check the soil to a depth of about eight inches. If not moist, then push in a water hose and slowly soak the soil. If it is a fruit tree, then watering becomes even more essential as it promotes the proper growth of fruit buds.

Deciduous trees will completely shed off its leaves during winter to better utilize water and food reserves. In contrast, coniferous trees maintain leaves all through the season. But this also increases its chance of being affected by drought.

It is ideal to remove weeds within four feet of the tree. This makes sure that the water actually gets to the roots rather than getting sucked up by the weeds. You can also add mulch between the drip line and the tree trunk to maintain the moisture content of the soil.

Las Vegas Tree Service

For more specific instructions on properly watering trees during winter or summer, contact Nevada Tree Service today.  They can look at the landscape and come up with a proper tree care plan and watering schedule to keep your trees healthy throughout the year.

Nevada Tree Service
2062 Falcon Ridge Street, Las Vegas, NV 89142
(702) 433-4700