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Top-Notch Tree Care
2 Applications: 1 in June & 1 in July
High-Reach Foliar Spraying
Preventative & Curative Treatment
Targeted Application
Photo Documentation
Top-Notch Tree Care
emerald ash borer injections
Custom Pricing
2 Applications: 1 in June & 1 in July
High-Reach Foliar Spraying
Preventative & Curative Treatment
Targeted Application
Photo Documentation
Protecting Hickman's Growing Community Trees
Hickman’s growing community features new and established landscape trees that face dual threats from Japanese Beetles and Bagworms. Our professional service protects shade trees and evergreens with two monthly sprays in June and July. Beetles arrive in early June to attack Lindens and Roses, while Bagworm caterpillars hatch on Junipers and Spruce. This dual-purpose service is highly efficient because both pests are active at the same time and respond to the same treatment. This ensures your entire yard stays protected during the months when these insects are most active and capable of causing permanent damage to your trees. What we do:
Linden Trees
Buckthorn Shrubs
Roses
Crabapple Trees
Pear Trees
Hickman Treatment Program Details
We use professional high-reach equipment capable of reaching 60 feet into tree canopies for complete coverage. The first application in June catches early pests to stop infestations before they build up. The second spray in July maintains protection during peak activity as the first treatment wears off after 3-4 weeks. The medicine kills pests through both contact and ingestion. This two-step process provides continuous protection for 6-8 weeks. We only apply sprays on calm days with low wind to prevent drift and ensure the insecticide stays on your trees where it is needed.
Japanese Beetle Biology and Hickman Impact
Hickman homeowners should avoid Japanese Beetle traps because they attract more beetles to your property than they catch. Even with lawn grub control, adult beetles will fly in from nearby agricultural areas or Lincoln suburbs. Lawn grub control protects the grass but does not stop these flying adults from attacking your trees. We recommend combining this pest prevention with deep root fertilization. Proper nutrition is especially important for newly planted trees, as it helps them maintain vigor and recover from damage while establishing themselves in the community.
application schedule
1st application
June
Preventative + Kills Early Arrivals
Early Japanese Beetles, Young Bagworms
2nd application
July
Maintains Protection During Peak Feeding
Peak Japanese Beetles, Growing Bagworms
Bagworm Threat to Hickman Evergreens
Bagworms pose a more serious threat than Japanese Beetles because damage to evergreens is permanent and irreversible. Once a branch is stripped of its needles, it remains bare forever and will never recover. For new landscape plantings in Hickman, severe infestations can kill young evergreens entirely or permanently disfigure them. Deciduous trees regrow their leaves every spring, making beetle damage temporary. Since each bagworm bag can contain 1,000 eggs, missing even one bag ensures a massive infestation next year. Professional treatment in June and July is the only way to avoid these lasting losses.
Our Frequently Asked Questions
At Yard Boss, we understand that you may have questions about our services, processes, and how we can help you achieve the perfect lawn. Whether you're curious about our lawn care techniques, service areas, or the benefits of professional lawn maintenance, you'll find the information you need right here. If you have any additional questions, feel free to reach out to our friendly team!
