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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
Dual Protection for La Vista Landscapes
La Vista homeowners invest heavily in their landscapes, but Japanese Beetles and Bagworms threaten these assets every summer. Our professional service uses two monthly sprays in June and July to protect both deciduous and evergreen trees. Beetles emerge in early June to defoliate favorites like Lindens and Roses, while Bagworms hatch on Spruce and Arborvitae. The efficiency of this service is that both pests are active at the same time and respond to the same treatment. This allows one comprehensive program to provide total protection for your landscape during the months when these insects are most active and destructive. What we do:
Linden Trees
Buckthorn Shrubs
Roses
Crabapple Trees
Pear Trees
La Vista Treatment Schedule and Best Practices
We use professional high-reach spray equipment capable of reaching 60 feet into tree canopies for complete coverage. The first application in June stops infestations before they become severe by targeting young caterpillars and early beetles. The second spray in July maintains protection during peak activity as the first treatment wears off. The insecticide works through both contact and ingestion, killing pests that land on or eat the treated foliage. This two-step process ensures continuous coverage for 6-8 weeks, which is necessary because beetles emerge over a long period and bagworms grow quickly.
Japanese Beetle Behavior and La Vista Impact
La Vista residents should avoid Japanese Beetle traps because they attract more beetles to your property than they actually catch. Even if you have grub control on your lawn, beetles will fly in from surrounding parks and unmaintained areas within a 5-mile radius. Lawn grub control protects the grass but does not stop these flying adults from attacking your trees. We recommend pairing pest prevention with deep root fertilization. Proper nutrition helps your trees recover from damage, maintain their vigor, and resist environmental stress throughout the summer heat.
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
Permanent Bagworm Damage on La Vista Evergreens
Bagworms pose a greater threat than Japanese Beetles because damage to La Vista’s evergreens is permanent; needles never regrow once they are gone. Severe infestations can permanently disfigure mature evergreens or kill smaller trees entirely in just one season. While beetles cause unsightly damage, deciduous trees can regrow their leaves the following spring. Each bagworm bag can contain 1,000 eggs, so missing even one means next year's infestation will be exponentially worse. Professional spray treatment is the only practical solution for protecting these valuable trees from lasting, irreversible needle loss and death.
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!
