Insect Control
Lawn insects typically feed in two different ways. Grubs feed below ground on the roots and Chinch bugs and Sod Webworms feed on the actual grass blades above ground. Occasionally Fall Armyworms also feed on your lawn and cause damage. Our experts will properly identify the pest and develop a sustainable management plan.
LAWN & TURF INSECT CONTROL
Our lawn care team utilizes preventative and curative treatments when needed and applied effectively at the proper time. Timely treatments are critical to manage and protect your lawn from turf destroying insects. Our comprehensive lawn care program will effectively manage these pests so that you can have a lush green lawn!
Stop Insects From Damaging Your Lawn & Turf
White Grub
Fall Armyworm
Sod Webworm
Chinch Bug
Contact us at 215-428-1323 to determine the presence and severity of these pests and to discuss available treatment options.
Tree and Shrub Insect Control
Our tree and shrub insect control is an crucial service for homeowners and property owners alike. It helps protect your valuable trees and shrubs from the harmful effects of insects and mites that can cause extensive damage. These pests can defoliate trees by consuming leaves and needles. Wood-boring insects further threaten trees by disrupting the flow of vital nutrients. Additionally, some pests transmit diseases to healthy trees through feeding. By implementing effective tree and shrub insect control, you can preserve the health and beauty of your landscape.
emerald ash borer
Tree Insect Control Services
The Emerald Ash Borer is an exotic beetle that is causing catastrophic damage to local Ash trees. This pest will kill your Ash trees. Our professionals help contain these destructive pests and protect your trees. With our ISA Certified Arborists, skilled technicians and proven treatments, you can trust us with all your tree care needs.
Spotted Lanternfly Management
This invasive pest is a serious problem for a wide variety of trees and plants. These pests feed vigorously and defoliate many valuable plants, even causing death for some species. Spotted Lanternfly are also a huge nuisance when they constantly hang around your property and the people on it. These pests have been creating too much damage since they were first detected in PA in 2014. Since then they have spread to neighboring counties and states. Call our Arborists at Shades of Green to take necessary steps for Spotted Lanternfly prevention and treatment options to keep your trees healthy.
PROPERLY TIMED, EFFECTIVE TREATMENTS
Spotted Lanternflies feed on a variety of trees and plants, particularly the Tree of Heaven, Ailanthus Altissima. Our Certified Arborists may recommend:
Removing the host tree to prevent attracting Spotted Lanternflies.
Identifying which valuable, high-risk trees should be protected.
Removing egg masses to prevent new Spotted Lanternflies from hatching.
If you see signs of a spotted lanternfly infestion in any stage of their life cycle, contact us at 215 - 428 - 1323
Common Tree Insects
Insects You Can Find Throughout Bucks County, PA
Ambrosia Beetles
Aphids
Bagworm
Boxwood Leafminer
Cankerworm
Eastern Tent Caterpillar
Hemlock Elongate Scale
Emerald Ash Borer
Gypsy Moth
Hemlock Rust Mite
Hemlock Woolly Adelgid
Japanese Beetles
Spotted Lanternfly
Spidermites
Tick Control
Our effective tick control program is important in protecting your family’s health without compromising your property. Ticks are more than just a nuisance – they can carry dangerous diseases that can be passed between people and pets and should not be taken lightly. We also provide an 100% organic option treatment to deter ticks from your outdoor spaces.
Deer & mice are primary carriers of ticks. We provide safe deer repellent applications to deter deer. We also have tubes to control ticks feeding on mice. These tick tubes are filled with cotton containing insecticide, which kills the ticks and leaves the mice unharmed.
Mosquito Control
Not only do mosquitoes wreak havoc on outdoor summer gatherings and barbeques, but they can also spread dangerous viruses such as Zika, West Nile and more. With the increasing prevalence of diseases like these, it is more important than ever to take precautionary measures to keep your family safe from the dangers of mosquitoes. Our comprehensive approach is best suited for any yard size, with our professional spray treatments that will leave the area insect-free. Our team of experienced professionals use up-to-date equipment and techniques in order to protect your family and home from mosquitoes.