In this WROC Rochester article, Caryl Peck from Davey's Rochester office shares how invasive species can rapidly populate a region and negatively impact trees and landscapes.

Posted: August 22, 2024

There are invasive species all over the world that can harm your trees and ruin your landscaping — that includes Rochester. 

Invasive species sound scary but we’re talking about pests, insects, and some fungi that come from other parts of the world, and without natural predators, can spread pretty easily. An affected tree can eventually become a hazard if not treated, as it can fall.

“It’s an ongoing battle for us as landscape managers to control these pests so they don’t kill all the hemlock trees,” said Caryl Peck an arborist with Davey Tree.

Peck says invasive species get here through global trade. they come in on shipping containers and materials, move into the forest, and multiply.

To read more about how invasive species can impact trees and landscapes, click here. 

For more information, contact the Rochester Davey office. 

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