Linden Tree damage - Ask Extension
I have some holes in one of my linden trees that I just noticed this week. They look similar to the emerald ash borer holes that I saw on my ash trees...
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Linden Tree damage #357465
Asked August 28, 2016, 8:04 PM EDT
I have some holes in one of my linden trees that I just noticed this week. They look similar to the emerald ash borer holes that I saw on my ash trees. does anybody know what this could be and should I do something to limit damage.
Racine County Wisconsin
Expert Response
Emerald Ash Borer adults will leave a D-shaped exit hole in the tree trunk. From your photos it is hard to distinguish an exact 'D-shape'. A Yellow-bellied Sapsucker will cause similar damage to a tree, as depicted in your photos. Here are a few good websites to visit to see if your trees have all the signs of an EAB infestation:
https://datcpservices.wisconsin.gov/eab/article.jsp?topicid=18
http://cfs.nrcan.gc.ca/pubwarehouse/pdfs/26856.pdf
I would suggest you contact your local University of Wisconsin Extension office to get an accurate diagnosis of your tree's problem so you can begin a prescription treatment. ~DOT
https://datcpservices.wisconsin.gov/eab/article.jsp?topicid=18
http://cfs.nrcan.gc.ca/pubwarehouse/pdfs/26856.pdf
I would suggest you contact your local University of Wisconsin Extension office to get an accurate diagnosis of your tree's problem so you can begin a prescription treatment. ~DOT
Racine County UW-Extension – Main Office
Western Racine County Service Center
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Burlington, WI 53105
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