Professional Tree Insect & Disease Management Services
Tree Shepherds offers professional insect and disease management services in Denton County and the surrounding areas. Services include expert diagnosis and treatment, backed by over 15 years of experience in North Texas. Our staff of nine ISA Certified Arborists are well-equipped to identify, manage and work to prevent common tree pests infestations and diseases in the urban environment.
Common Destructive Tree Insects in Denton County
- Aphids
- Bag worms
- Emerald Ash Borer (EAB)
- Lace bug
- Scale insects
- Spider mites
Common Tree Diseases in Denton County
- Anthracnose
- Bacterial leaf scorch
- Cotton root rot
- Dutch Elm disease
- Ganoderma rot
- Seiridium canker
- Phytophthora root rot
Tree Insect and Disease Management options
- Disease and Pest Diagnosis
- Sick tree treatments
- Pesticide applications
- Fungicides
- Insecticides
- Bactericides
- Rhizobacterial inoculations
Trees in the Urban Environment
The urban environment can be challenging to trees—poor irrigation, improper planting techniques, soil deficiencies, injuries from mechanical damage, such as lawn mowers—to name a few. These challenges stress a tree, and consequently, limit its ability to thrive where it is planted. Like any living organism, when a tree is stress it is more vulnerable to disease and infection.
Plant Health Care
Tree Shepherds believes that the first line of defense is prevention. This begins with practicing proper Plant Health Care techniques for your tree. For more information on what you can do as a homeowner, please read this article series featuring Tree Care Tips by one of our ISA Certified Arborists.
While some tree diseases and pests are easy to spot, others are not, especially in the beginning phase. Early identification is important to limit damage, and in some cases, to preserve the life of the tree.
ISA Certified Arborists at Tree Shepherds can provide you with a thorough inspection of your trees and develop a Plant Health Care plan that best suits your landscaping desires and your budget.
What You Can Expect from our Plant Health Care Team
Our Plant Health Care team members are:
- Trained and led by International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Certified Arborists
- Fully insured
- Positive and friendly
Let’s Talk About Your Trees
Contact us to set up an appointment with one of our ISA Certified Arborists.