Do you find that there are always a lot of insects on your property? There are multiple possible reasons for this, one of which is moist soil and frequent flooding. However, another distinct possibility is that you have a tree, or several trees, that are attracting the insects. There are a few relatively common types of trees that can become literal bug magnets. While spraying the trees with insecticides is one way to control the problem, a lot of homeowners eventually end up having these trees removed as this is a more permanent solution. So, what trees could be attracting the bugs? Take a look.
Mulberry Trees
Sometimes people plant mulberry trees in their yards because they want to enjoy the sweet berries these trees produce. Unfortunately, mulberry trees also attract a few different species of whiteflies, which tend to swarm around the trees, especially when the berries are ripening. If the mulberry tree is close to your home, you may feel like you're walking through a crowd of flies every day. Removing the mulberry tree is often the best solution long-term. If it is a young tree, you might be able to get a tree service to dig it up and relocate it to the back of your property where the whiteflies are less of a bother.
Weeping Willow
With their long, flowing branches, weeping willow trees can be stunning. However, they are also a haven for several different kinds of bugs. Aphids love to feed on their leaves. You may also see a lot of caterpillars on their leaves and branches. Sometimes, weeping willows even attract borers, which are an issue because they burrow into the tree and destroy its vascular tissue in the process. You can have a tree care company remove your weeping willow and replace it with a much tidier but equally attractive tree like a river birch or red maple.
Ash Trees
Ash trees are dying left and right in the U.S. because they are being infested by the emerald ash borer. This bright green insect chews into the trunk of the ash tree and lays its eggs. Those eggs hatch into larvae, which feed on the wood and eventually kill the tree. EABs are hard to get rid of, and the tree is likely to die once infested. So, if you have an ash tree teeming with green bugs, your best bet is to have it removed.
Bugs can be a pain to live with. Sometimes, removing the tree that is attracting them is your best bet. Contact a company such as KC Tree Service to find out more.
