
WNC Orchard Insect Pest Populations - July 15, 2025
Codling moth: At 1600 cumulative degree days (DD), we are in the midst of second generation codling moth in …
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Collapse ▲Codling moth: At 1600 cumulative degree days (DD), we are in the midst of second generation codling moth in …
Another warm, humid, and in many areas wet couple of days. Although I wrote a post last week, it …
It appears as though we’ve reached the afternoon rainy season here in western NC. While the rain directly aids …
Second generation codling moth is the main insect of concern this week, with first generation brown marmorated stink bug …
Accidental herbicide damage to landscape plants and vegetables can happen when an herbicide moves from the target site of application …
Codling Moth: In lower elevation orchards (i.e., those ranging from about 800 to 1300 ft) an insecticide targeting second …
June is on its way out in a heat wave and while these temperatures aren’t ideal for diseases like …
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Hydrangeas sometimes get a burn on the leaves in the summer. This is called ‘hydrangea leaf scorch’. This is …
In Henderson County and similar elevations, first generation codling moth flight is complete, and second generation flight is not …
This week, I’ve given up on offering fungicide suggestions based on the weather. Seems like I’m wrong every time! …
Woodpecker damage on mature ‘Nellie R. Stevens’ hollies is causing tree health problems including dieback and creating wounds for …
Codling Moth: Throughout the region we remain in that window where codling moth is between generations, and unless there …
After a rough week with the heat, rain and humidity, you may want to consider trying to get a …
We hope to see you at this year’s NC Landscape Contractor Pro Day! Join us as we offer a …
Depending on elevation, we are either approaching or in that period when most major pests exhibit a low potential …
The forecast is calling for rain this week which means extended leaf wetting events and a battle to keep …
In orchards at elevations of about 2000 ft or higher (e.g., Henderson County), this week should see the last …
Finally some respectable weather this week to start off the last few weeks of spring. Looking at my weather …
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