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Japanese Maple and Cicadas #751208

Asked May 21, 2021, 6:28 AM EDT

Hello, We have a well-established Japanese Maple that we planted about 6 or 7 years ago. It stands about 3-4 feet tall. Should I plan to cover our tree to protect it from cicadas, given its size? If so, what material do you recommend for this and when should we cover it? Thanks, Katie Madden

Washtenaw County Michigan

Expert Response

Your tree is about the size that cicadas could use to lay eggs within branches. The Ann Arbor Department of Forestry has a nice guide with pictures on how to protect younger trees from cicada damage. 

If you live in an area with 17 year cicadas, they should be emerging soon. If you see high populations, your tree will benefit from the protection offered by netting. 

David Lowenstein Replied May 21, 2021, 11:01 AM EDT
David, 

Thanks for this response. 

Best, 

Katie

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The Question Asker Replied May 23, 2021, 7:21 AM EDT

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