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HI, I have some bugs that are on my apple tree and the tree has been having some branches wilt and die. I'm wondering if it is related and what I sho...
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Bugs on my apple tree #868909
Asked May 17, 2024, 2:29 PM EDT
HI, I have some bugs that are on my apple tree and the tree has been having some branches wilt and die. I'm wondering if it is related and what I should do about the bugs? The picture was taken a few weeks back early in the morning but I saw one of the bugs in the same spot today. The tree is flowering well but I am very concerned. I appreciate any advice. Paul
Otter Tail County Minnesota
Expert Response
These look like pill bugs. These insects feed on decaying organic matter. The cause-effect relationship is the opposite of what you are suggesting. The pill bugs are there because there is dead plant matter. They did not cause the branches to die:
https://ask2.extension.org/kb/faq.php?id=322869
You did not send me photos of other parts of the tree or of the dead branches. I suggest you contact a certified arborist to see what issues your tree has:
https://www.treesaregood.org/findanarborist/findanarborist
https://ask2.extension.org/kb/faq.php?id=322869
You did not send me photos of other parts of the tree or of the dead branches. I suggest you contact a certified arborist to see what issues your tree has:
https://www.treesaregood.org/findanarborist/findanarborist