Gypsy Moth Caterpillars

[piemma]

In spite of what Spence and his arborist said, here's the scoop:

Rhode Island has been hit hard by large caterpillar concentrations this year, especially in South and Kent Counties. In North Kingstown and South Kingstown, on a ride to the beach, the sides of Route 1 look as if the trees have just begun to bud. Residents across the state have watched their yards become skeletal and endured the rain of caterpillar poop falling from above for weeks.

The good news? The worst is likely over. The state Department of Environmental Management has been monitoring the caterpillar infestation and said in early June that many trees that have been defoliated should start to re-foliate by the end of July "with the proper care."

[redlite]

Originally Posted by piemma

In spite of what Spence and his arborist said, here's the scoop:

Rhode Island has been hit hard by large caterpillar concentrations this year, especially in South and Kent Counties. In North Kingstown and South Kingstown, on a ride to the beach, the sides of Route 1 look as if the trees have just begun to bud. Residents across the state have watched their yards become skeletal and endured the rain of caterpillar poop falling from above for weeks.

The good news? The worst is likely over. The state Department of Environmental Management has been monitoring the caterpillar infestation and said in early June that many trees that have been defoliated should start to re-foliate by the end of July "with the proper care."

And so what happens when/ if they all re-bloom???? Wont they just get chewed bare again?
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[nightfighter]

Originally Posted by redlite

And so what happens when/ if they all re-bloom???? Wont they just get chewed bare again?
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No Not this year. The pupae or caterpillar stage is over for these beasts.

[spence]

Originally Posted by piemma

In spite of what Spence and his arborist said, here's the scoop:

I think we're talking different kinds of damage.

[nightfighter]

Originally Posted by spence

I think we're talking different kinds of damage.

How so???? May I use your statements from the other thread;

Originally Posted by spence

I don't think they will, once the leaves are set it's done.

Japanese beetles do a number on my cherry every other year. Only thing you can really do is spray.
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Originally Posted by spence

Not what the arborist said but could also be dependent on species.


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Originally Posted by spence

Yea, what would an expert arborist know about specific pests and species of trees???

For what it's worth, I can always respect a man who is willing to accept when he is wrong. Or say they are sorry. I know. I have a brother who can do neither.....

[spence]

Originally Posted by nightfighter

For what it's worth, I can always respect a man who is willing to accept when he is wrong. Or say they are sorry. I know. I have a brother who can do neither.....

God you're on edge. Do you need help? Are you ok?

[nightfighter]

I am good. Thanks for asking.

That is a direct answer to your question. I pose a question to you, all I get is a deflection. Hell, I will withdraw the last commentary in the post.... So how about a direct answer to how this thread is a different type of damage????? I cant follow where you could be possibly going with that, even after reading both threads again.....

[spence]

Originally Posted by nightfighter

I am good. Thanks for asking.

That is a direct answer to your question. I pose a question to you, all I get is a deflection. Hell, I will withdraw the last commentary in the post.... So how about a direct answer to how this thread is a different type of damage????? I cant follow where you could be possibly going with that, even after reading both threads again.....

Simple, partial defoliation versus total defoliation. Has a huge impact on re-foliation. It's worm poop, relax.

[Sea Dangles]

Originally Posted by spence

God you're on edge. Do you need help? Are you ok?

Jeff,why not answer the question or at least admit you were mistaken? I hope you are a Hillary supporter because you each know how to dodge the truth. I guess your best defense is a good offense.
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