#Tree Insect Control Calgary

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Tree Insect Control Calgary: Simple Ways to Protect Your Trees from Pests

Trees are an important part of any yard or park. They provide shade, improve the environment, and make your property look beautiful. However, trees can be harmed by pests that weaken them or even cause them to die. To keep your trees healthy, it’s important to use tree insect control Calgary services. By taking the right steps to protect your trees from pests, you can help them grow strong and live longer. 

Why Tree Insect Control is Important 

Tree pests, such as aphids, beetles, caterpillars, and borers, can cause a lot of damage to trees. These pests eat leaves, bark, and even the wood of the tree, which can lead to serious problems. If left untreated, insect infestations can weaken the tree and make it easier for diseases to set in. 

Here are some of the main reasons why tree insect control Calgary is important: 

- Insects can stop trees from making food through photosynthesis. 

- Pests can cause leaves to turn yellow, wilt, or fall off early. 

- Bugs can create small openings in the tree bark, which makes trees more vulnerable to diseases. 

- Severe infestations can kill tree branches or even entire trees. 

By managing insect pests early, you can protect your trees and keep them healthy for many years. 

Ways to Control Tree Insects 

There are different ways to prevent and control insect infestations on your trees. The method you choose depends on the type of pest and the severity of the problem. Here are some of the common approaches used for tree insect control Calgary: 

1. Regular Tree Inspections: The best way to control pests is to check your trees regularly for signs of damage. If you spot a problem early, it’s much easier to treat. Look for things like yellowing leaves, chewed areas, or small holes in the bark. 

2. Insecticide Treatments: Sometimes, using insecticides can help get rid of pests. Systemic insecticides work by being absorbed into the tree and attacking the insects feeding on it. It’s important to apply these treatments at the right time to get the best results. 

3. Biological Control: Another way to control pests is by introducing natural predators like ladybugs, birds, or parasitic wasps. These creatures eat the harmful insects and help keep their numbers down without the use of chemicals. 

4. Pruning and Cleaning Up: If you notice parts of your tree that are infested, pruning those areas can help stop the pests from spreading. Be sure to properly dispose of any infested branches or leaves to prevent further issues. 

5. Maintaining Tree Health: Healthy trees are less likely to be attacked by pests. Make sure your trees get enough water, nutrients, and regular pruning. Strong, healthy trees are better able to fight off insect infestations. 

Best Tree Care Service Calgary: Why You Need Professional Help 

Although you can handle some pest control methods on your own, hiring professionals is often the best way to deal with insect problems. The best tree care service Calgary will have experts who can properly assess your trees, identify the pests, and provide the right treatments. Professionals use safe and effective methods to get rid of pests and keep your trees healthy. 

When you hire the best tree care service Calgary, you can expect: 

- A full inspection of your trees to find any pest problems. 

- Custom insect control solutions designed for your specific tree species. 

- Expert advice on how to maintain your trees and prevent future pest issues. 

- Safe, eco-friendly methods to manage pests and keep your trees healthy. 

Get Help Today with Mr. Green Thumb 

Don’t let tree pest’s damage your beautiful trees. Whether you need urgent pest control or want to prevent future infestations, Mr. Green Thumb offers expert tree insect control Calgary services. We provide the best tree care service Calgary to ensure your trees stay healthy, strong, and free from pests. 

Reach out to us today to schedule an appointment. Let our team of professional’s help you protect your trees and keep your yard looking great year-round! 

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Monsoon Season - Home Cleaning Tips

After the brutal heat of the summer, the monsoon's are a relief! While the rains bring down the mercury, one must be careful of the germs and water-borne illnesses that arise from water stagnation and moisture in the air.

Mentioned below are some preventive measures you can take to make sure your house is well protected, clean, and dry during the monsoon.

Pre Monsoon Examination - Clean the pipes so there are no blockages and smooth drainage of rainwater is possible. Call an expert to repair any cracks or damaged tiles to avoid seepage.

Cupboards - Wardrobes become damp in the monsoons. The air moisture can be absorbed by putting dried neem leaves, cloves, camphor, silica gel sachets, and/or commercially available moisture absorption sachets in the cupboards, drawers or wooden desks.

Ventilation - Try and get as much cross ventilation and sunlight as possible. This will help to take away some of the moisture from the air and remove the damp smell. Excessive moisture in the air can damage wall hangings, furniture, and carpets. Dehumidifiers can also be used.

Home Cleaning - Regular home cleaning is a must. Use a safe floor detergent to mop the floors. A detergent with citronella would be good for the monsoons. Oil can be used to prevent wooden doors and windows from absorbing moisture and swelling up. Apply wax to the hardwood floors to protect it from excess moisture. Vacuum carpets, upholstery and curtains at least once a week. The dusting of furniture, especially wooden furniture is essential to prevent moisture build-up. Get pest control done once a month in the monsoons. Light a small piece of camphor in every room and keep the doors and windows shut for 15 minutes every evening.

Garden / Plant Care - Trim hedges and tall plants/trees. The monsoons are known for gory winds, trimmed plants will create fewer chances of branches flying off. Also, when the sun shines it will allow sunlight to penetrate better. Rainfall causes the easy growth of some unnecessary plants in the soil like that of weeds, which need to be pulled out frequently. These weeds can tamper with the nourishment of your useful plants. Prevent water stagnation in your garden or in the plates kept below indoor plants. These are breeding grounds for insects.

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CAN WE GRIN AND BEAR IT?

 Takhuk, October 17, 2017

Michele Moore Veldhoen

Have you ever seen a pile of bear poop so big it made you think of a super-sized Dairy Queen ice cream  that some unlucky person dropped on the sidewalk?  You know how soft ice cream splats when it falls onto hard ground. You can still see the shape of the original creation but the first part that hit the cement splatters. Well, in recent weeks, while walking through my favourite woods in Calgary, I weaved around such piles, deposited, as it turned out, by a hungry grizzly. This bear had been gorging on a crop of chokecherries so abundant the branches of some of the bushes lay on the ground. The bear had found its’ nirvana but didn’t get to finish its’ feast before wildlife officials closed the woods and set a couple of traps. I understand this was necessary, but I wish they’d let it finish up the chokecherries first, as now, much of the crop will go to waste because there are more berries than all the local coyotes and birds can consume and no person, including me, seems willing to eat them. A few years back I may have picked them and made jam, but nowadays I’m trying to cut back on sugar, and chokecherries need a mighty big dose of sugar to make an edible jam. Mother Nature made saskatoons for people, and chokecherries for bears and other wildlife.

This isn’t the first time a grizzly has wandered out of K-Country and onto the prairies. At one time, the prairies were their habitat, after all.

Like so many Canadians, I’m fascinated by bears. For most of my life, I’ve lived in or near bear country. When I was a kid living in BC’s southern interior, I discovered in the forest a wild blackberry patch and visited it regularly, alone, because I didn’t want to share. However, the local black bears also adored blackberries, but they were more generous. A few times, when I arrived at the patch, I spotted one taking off into the trees. Looking back, I wonder how many bears sat it out in the bushes waiting for me to finish my feast so they could resume theirs. Wild animals seem much better at sharing than people, sometimes.

Black bears were so plentiful around that little town that they were actually tourist attractions for visiting relatives. Unfortunately, the local dump was a prime destination for their evening meal, so, when my Vancouver relatives came to visit, right around dusk my dad would pile the four adults and all seven kids in my uncle’s hearse length station wagon and drive to the dump so my city cousins and their parents could gape at the bears. I remember feeling a distinct sense of sympathy for those bears. Although I couldn’t have articulated what I felt, I know now it was embarrassment.  Not only were they eating garbage, they were also the subjects of insensitive gawking at a time when they were indulging in undignified scrounging, the kind of scrounging which should only be done in private.

All summer, I wandered the forests around my lake town, and sighted bears quite often. Once, I found myself on the opposite side of a creek from a mother and her two cubs. She stood up, sent a silent signal to her little ones which obediently scrambled up a tree behind her while she continued to stand and stare at me from across the creek. She didn’t blow, or slap at any bushes, or make any sort of move, but I knew it was me that had to back up. That was the first time I felt any real fear in the presence of a bear.

The next time I felt fear in the presence of a bear was in the very northern reaches of BC. This time, it was a lone grizzly. I had never seen one before and could not say truthfully how big it was but at that moment, just a few months into living in the north, that bear looked bigger than the first ursus to roam earth.

I saw the grizzly while walking up a dirt road in the forest with my cousin on a very very cold dark night. Winter snows had not yet begun, but we were close to it. In the north, darkness is so black that, if not for the bright moon that night we might have walked right into that bear. Luckily, the reflection of the moonlight on the grizzly’s silver hump shone like a beacon ahead. The bear had its’ nose to the ground as it rambled  across the road. I was the first to see it and instinctually put my hand on my cousin’s arm and pointed. My cousin had a pair of eyes so big with whites so bright that, when she saw the grizzly those eyes popped and looked to me like little flashlights pointed straight at the bear, which was now past the half way point on the road and, seemingly, oblivious to our presence.

In the trees off to the right of the road was an abandoned cabin to which we bolted. Inside the rickety   porch we stood and shivered and whispered and asked ourselves when and if we should continue on to my cousin’s house which was a few minutes’ walk beyond the point on the road where we had seen the bear. We asked ourselves, ‘what if it’s still nearby when we go back out?’ ‘What if it can smell us?’ I remember feeling afraid, and I remember my cousin’s utter terror. She had lived in an apartment complex in Vancouver her entire life, where wildlife encounters meant squishing giant slugs and chasing seagulls.

Like most people who see grizzlies, we made it out of that situation alive, and I never saw another bear throughout my 18 months living in the north.  

Despite these and many other sightings and encounters with bears, I have never been threatened or injured.

As we all know, grizzlies and black bears are everywhere here in Alberta too. I’ve seen them many times over the years hiking in K-Country and our national parks, and no doubt many of you have as well. They are marvelous creatures to observe, kingpins in our spectacular eco-system. And fundamentally, despite the rare attack, none of which I mean to trivialize, they are not interested in people. In Alberta, they live primarily on berries, roots, grasses and other plants, insects and rodents,  the bodies of other animals that died over winter. Until the late 1800’s when ranching took over the landscape, the Alberta plains were natural grizzly habitat.

As the bear population continues to recover from our past practice of extermination, we’ll see more grizzlies out on the plains.  They will wander the river coulees too, eating chokecherries and other berries. They’ll also help control the gopher, deer and elk population, protein they enjoy with their fruits and vegetables. Not a complete Canada Food Guide diet, but pretty close.

Residents of places like Canmore and Banff don’t leave out bird feeders and dirty barbecues in summer, and follow very careful guidelines for garbage management. I wonder when the City of Calgary or Towns like Okotoks and High River will implement  bear proof garbage bins.

As grizzlies reclaim their place on the prairies, will those of us living here be proactive, or reactive?

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Black Knot Treatment in Calgary: Simple Steps to Keep Your Trees Healthy

Black Knot is a common fungal disease that can seriously harm trees, especially cherry and plum trees. This disease shows up as ugly, black swellings on branches, which can weaken and even kill the trees if not treated. Black Knot Treatment in Calgary is important for anyone who wants to keep their trees healthy and their yards looking good. In this article, we’ll talk about how you can treat and prevent Black Knot disease, focusing on easy and natural methods. 

What is Black Knot Disease? 

Black Knot is a disease caused by a fungus called Apiosporina morose. It mainly affects trees in the Prunes family, like cherry and plum trees. The disease appears as hard, black lumps or "knots" on the branches. These knots can choke the branches, eventually killing them and making the whole tree unhealthy. If you don’t treat Black Knot, it can spread quickly, especially in areas where many trees are close together. That’s why Black Knot Treatment in Calgary is so important for homeowners and anyone who takes care of trees. 

How to Treat Black Knot in Calgary 

The best way to deal with Black Knot is to catch it early. By checking your trees regularly, especially in late fall or early spring, you can spot the signs of Black Knot before it gets too bad. Once you see the signs, you need to act fast to stop the disease from spreading. 

One of the easiest and most effective ways to treat Black Knot is by pruning the affected branches. You should cut off the branches at least 4 to 6 inches below the black knot to make sure all the infected parts are removed. It’s very important to clean your pruning tools after each cut to avoid spreading the fungus to other parts of the tree. After pruning, you should destroy the infected branches, usually by burning them, because the fungus can survive on cut branches and keep spreading. 

If the Black Knot infection is really bad, you might need to call in professionals. Experts who specialize in Black Knot Treatment in Calgary know exactly how to handle the disease and can use special tools and methods to treat it. They might also suggest preventive measures like applying fungicides, which can help in areas where trees are at high risk of infection. 

Organic Pest Control in Calgary: A Natural Way to Protect Your Trees 

Besides treating Black Knot directly, taking good care of your trees in general can help prevent diseases. Using Organic pest control Calgary is a great way to keep your trees and garden healthy without using harmful chemicals. 

Organic pest control involves using natural methods to protect your trees. This might include introducing insects that naturally eat harmful pests, using organic compost to make the soil healthier, and watering and fertilizing your trees properly. By keeping your trees strong and healthy, they’ll be better able to resist diseases like Black Knot. 

What You Can Do Next 

If you notice Black Knot or any other problems with your trees, it’s important to act quickly to stop the damage. You can get help from professionals who specialize in Black Knot Treatment in Calgary and Organic pest control in Calgary. They have the knowledge and tools to provide effective, natural solutions to keep your trees in great shape. Reach out to us today to schedule a tree inspection and learn more about how we can help you maintain a healthy, beautiful yard. Don’t wait until the problem gets worse—take action now to protect your trees and keep your landscape looking its best. 

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Effective Spider Mite Control Solutions in Calgary 

Spider mites may be tiny, but their impact on plants can be devastating. These minuscule pests can wreak havoc on gardens, indoor plants, and agricultural crops alike, causing leaves to yellow, wilt, and eventually die if left unchecked. For those in Calgary facing this pest menace, effective spider mite control is essential to safeguard plant health and preserve green spaces. Let's delve into practical strategies for spider mite control Calgary, specifically tailored to address the unique challenges faced in this region. 

Understanding Spider Mites: 

Before delving into control measures, it's crucial to understand the adversary. Spider mites are not insects but belong to the arachnid family, closely related to spiders and ticks. These pests thrive in warm, dry conditions, making Calgary's climate particularly conducive to their proliferation. Spider mites feed by piercing plant tissue and sucking out the fluids, leading to characteristic stippling, yellowing, and eventual leaf drop. 

Spider Mite Control in Calgary: 

1. Cultural Practices: Begin with preventative measures to discourage spider mite infestations. Regularly inspect plants for signs of mite activity, especially the undersides of leaves where they often congregate. Pruning away heavily infested plant parts can help prevent further spread. Additionally, maintaining optimal plant health through proper watering and fertilization can improve plant resilience against mite attacks. 

2. Natural Predators: Encouraging the presence of natural predators can be an effective form of biological control against spider Mites control Calgary. Predatory mites, ladybugs, lacewings, and certain species of spiders feed on spider mites, helping to keep their populations in check. Creating a habitat that attracts these beneficial insects, such as planting diverse flower species, can aid in controlling spider mite outbreaks. 

3. Horticultural Oils and Soaps: When spider mite populations are still manageable, horticultural oils and insecticidal soaps can provide effective control. These products work by suffocating the mites and disrupting their cell membranes. Care should be taken to apply these treatments thoroughly, ensuring thorough coverage of both upper and lower leaf surfaces. 

4. Neem Oil: Derived from the neem tree, neem oil is a natural insecticide and repellent that has shown efficacy against spider mites. Neem oil disrupts the mites' hormonal balance, inhibiting their feeding and reproduction. Diluted neem oil can be sprayed onto affected plants, but it's essential to follow application instructions carefully to avoid leaf burn. 

5. Chemical Control: As a last resort, chemical pesticides can be employed to combat severe spider mite infestations. However, caution must be exercised when using these products to minimize harm to beneficial insects and the environment. Selective pesticides labeled for mite control should be chosen, and application should be conducted according to label instructions. 

For residents of Calgary grappling with spider mite infestations, prompt and effective action is essential to protect plant health and preserve green spaces. Mr G. Plant Health Care Services offers specialized mite control solutions tailored to Calgary's unique climate and pest pressures. From preventive measures to targeted treatments, our team employs environmentally friendly methods to combat spider mites and restore the vitality of your plants. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and take the first step towards a mite-free environment.