Emerald Ash Borer Information
If you are suspicious your Ash Tree has Emerald Ash Borer (EAB):
Since Bloomingdale is in a known EAB-infested area, and the EAB infestation has been confirmed in Village-owned trees, it is now possible that your Ash tree also has become a host to EAB. Your decision on the best course of action will be unique to your property. Consider the number, size and condition of the ash trees on your property; the number, size and condition of other tree species on your property; and how much you value having trees and landscaping on your property.
For answers to your questions and further guidance, you may wish to contact a local EAB compliant arborist or tree-care professional for diagnosis and response (treatment or removal) advice.
Check here for advice on hiring a tree contractor: Note: Please substitute the "Illinois Department of Agriculture" for references to "Michigan Department of Agriculture."
http://www.emeraldashborer.info/hiringtreeco.cfm
Check here for help on determining if you have Ash trees on your property:
http://www.emeraldashborer.info/files/E2892Ash1.pdf
http://www.emeraldashborer.info/files/E2942.pdf
Check here for help on identifying signs and symptoms of EAB infestation:
http://www.emeraldashborer.info/files/E-2938.pdf
Before you make any decisions, check the following link for assistance in determining which option may best meet your needs and desires:
http://www.emeraldashborer.info/files/ToReplantorProtectAsh.pdf
If your tree is infested with EAB, consider the following response options.
1. Treatment – Involves a perpetual annual or biannual cost and does not guarantee saving the tree. Check here for insecticide management options:
http://www.emeraldashborer.info/files/Multistate_EAB_Insecticide_Fact_Sheet.pdfProfessionally applied treatment options are available. Contact a local arborist or tree-care professional for diagnosis and treatment advice.
Check here for do-it-yourself insecticide management options for homeowners:
http://www.emeraldashborer.info/files/E2955.pdf2. Tree Removal/Replanting – Requires retaining an EAB-compliant vendor in your area who knows how to properly handle and destroy the ash wood in order to minimize the spread of EAB. A link to EAB-compliant vendors in your community are listed here (click on the county column to sort by county):
http://www.agr.state.il.us/eab/index.php?pg=63. Do Nothing – NOT an advisable option. If your tree is dying, the branches will become weak and will eventually fall in severe storms or just naturally over time. There is a safety and financial liability onus on you as a tree owner that could become expensive should disaster strike. All ash tree owners have a responsibility to their neighbors and community to remove or treat their infested ash trees to minimize the spread of EAB.
For more information regarding EAB in Illinois, visit these web sites:
