Ash: Aphids categories: Ash Ash Insects Ornamental trees Ornamentals revision date: 2024-04-08 11:46 Aphid colonyPhoto by: Unknown Biology Aphids are small, soft-bodied insects that typically feed near the tip of growing shoots. Their feeding may deform leaves (curling, distortion) and stunt terminal growth. Aphids range in size up to 1/8″ long and often produce honeydew, […]
Ash: Ash borer categories: Ash Ash Insects Ornamental trees Ornamentals revision date: 2022-11-21 12:29 ash borer pupal ‘skeleton’Photo by: A.L. Antonelli Biology The ash borer, also known as the lilac borer, is a member of the clearwing moth family. The adults of many clearwing moths mimic yellowjackets or paper wasps. The larvae of this moth […]
Ash: Anthracnose categories: Ash Ash Diseases Ornamental trees Ornamentals revision date: 2022-11-21 12:23 Ash anthracnosePhoto by: R.S. Byther Biology Anthracnose is a fungal disease of leaves and twigs of many ash species, including black, green, red, velvet, and white ash. Symptoms of anthracnose arise in spring on succulent, expanding shoots and leaves as water-soaked spots […]
Ash: Nectria canker categories: Ash Ash Diseases Ornamental trees Ornamentals revision date: 2022-11-21 12:22 Nectria canker fruiting bodiesPhoto by: R.S. Byther Biology Nectria canker is a fungal disease often found on twigs and branches that have been weakened by drought, frost damage, insect damage, or other diseases. Cankers are initially distinguished by discolored bark with […]