Controlling Insects with Systemic Insecticides in Peck Landscapes

For homeowners in Peck, Michigan soil drenches are an effective method to help manage many types of insects that feed on landscape plants. For some insects, they provide up to a year of control and are a less invasive control measure than other techniques. Consult one of our ISA Certified Arborists to identify susceptible plants in your landscape, and the specific pests that attack them, to determine a customized control plan.

Timing and Effectiveness

Most systemic insecticides are applied in early spring or late fall. The tree or shrub being treated will absorb the insecticide and distribute the product throughout its vascular system and leaves. Once absorbed by the plant, any insect boring into the trunk or feeding on the leaves will be controlled. So, some feeding damage may be present, as the pest need to ingest the product before they are controlled.

While systemic insecticides are a powerful tool for protecting trees, they should be part of a comprehensive tree care program. Healthy trees can often protect themselves from some insects. Proper fertilizing, mulching, and pruning can help maintain the plants’ health and reduce susceptibility to boring insects. By using systemic insecticides judiciously, Peck residents can safeguard their valuable trees against the threat of tree borers, scale insects and leaf feeding insects.

To find out if soil-injected systemic insects are right for your landscape call Owen Tree and Lawn Care today at 800-724-6680. One of our ISA Certified Arborists will evaluate your landscape plantings and put together a customized insect control program based on the insects most likely to harm your plants.