Soil Injection for Controlling Franklin, MI Insect Pests

Soil injection has become an effective method for controlling a wide variety of insect pests in trees and shrubs in Franklin, Michigan.

This insect control technique involves injecting a systemic insecticide directly into the soil around the base of plants, allowing the roots to absorb and distribute the product throughout the entire plant.

Benefits of Systemic Soil Injection

A systemic soil injection offers several key advantages for pest control:

1. Long-lasting protection: Depending on the product, the treatment can provide up to season-long control of various insects, reducing the need for multiple tree spraying applications.
2. Comprehensive pest control: Soil injections effectively control a wide range of insects, including:
• Adelgids
• Aphids
• Japanese Beetles
• Emerald Ash Borer
• Scale Insects
• Whiteflies
• Leaf Beetles

Application Details

These products can be applied as a soil drench around the base of the tree but are usually injected into the soil with a tank and soil probe.

These treatments use a systemic insecticide that:

• Interferes with insect nerve impulses
• Stops pest feeding and reproduction
• Provides protection for up to one year
• Doesn’t harm beneficial insects
• Can be used where tree spraying isn’t possible
• Is usually more economical than multiple tree spraying treatments

Environmental Considerations

Systemic soil injections are considered safe for the environment and can be applied on golf courses, commercial sites and residential areas. Professionals recommend:

• Applying from early spring through late fall
• Keeping the treated area moist before and after application
• Avoiding application when the ground is frozen

For Franklin residents, consulting an ISA Certified Arborist from Owen Tree Service can help to determine if a systemic soil injection is the right approach for insects that are attacking your trees. Considerations include the insect pest being targeted, plant location and the time of season to achieve ideal insect control