Several insects feed on Missouri trees but most do little damage and the trees perform well year after year inspite of the insects. Many of the pests are best observed, noted and forgotten. Others can be controlled with a minimum of time and effort when they occor. The most destructive of the common pests are the borers. Once established in a tree the tree's lifespan is most certainly shortened. Following are the top 10 insect problems of trees we see at the Kemper Center's Plant Doctor desk and what you should do when you have them.
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