Ash Tree and the Emerald Ash Borer - Ask Extension
I live outside of Morrison (SE) in unincorporated Jefferson County and have a mature Green Ash about 80" around the trunk at 4.5' in height. I was wo...
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Ash Tree and the Emerald Ash Borer #389073
Asked March 17, 2017, 2:25 PM EDT
I live outside of Morrison (SE) in unincorporated Jefferson County and have a mature Green Ash about 80" around the trunk at 4.5' in height. I was wondering if I should be concerned about the Emerald Ash Borer yet and if I should treat my tree this spring. I understand the Emerald Ash Borer has been contained to the Boulder County area, but I'm wondering if there is a great potential that it could infest my tree too. I've used a concentrated product with Imidacloprid in it over the past couple years and wonder if it's a good option for prevention or if it's even necessary at this time. Thanks.
Jefferson County Colorado
Expert Response
The Emerald Ash Borer is a concern for all homeowners in the Denver metro area. It is important to stay educated so you can make the best decisions for your landscape.
Here is a link to FAQ's published by the Colorado Department of Agriculture:
https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/sites/default/files/atoms/files/FINAL-2016%20EAB%20FAQs-Apr2016.pdf.
A quick guide to the EAB and its current infestation areas is presented here:
http://csfs.colostate.edu/media/sites/22/2016/04/FINAL_EAB_QuickGuide_Revision_25APRIL2016.pdf
Here is a link to FAQ's published by the Colorado Department of Agriculture:
https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/sites/default/files/atoms/files/FINAL-2016%20EAB%20FAQs-Apr2016.pdf.
A quick guide to the EAB and its current infestation areas is presented here:
http://csfs.colostate.edu/media/sites/22/2016/04/FINAL_EAB_QuickGuide_Revision_25APRIL2016.pdf
