Many groups of “egglike” growths very small- tan and black- red when smashed, tiny -on our young American elm tree. Little tiny black bugs on the bark around these growths. Lower brains getting very dark. Leaves are fine. - Ask Extension
What is that growth- bug eggs? On our elm tree? How do we kill it?
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Many groups of “egglike” growths very small- tan and black- red when smashed, tiny -on our young American elm tree. Little tiny black bugs on the bark around these growths. Lower brains getting very dark. Leaves are fine. #875891
Asked July 03, 2024, 11:15 PM EDT
What is that growth- bug eggs? On our elm tree? How do we kill it?
Becker County Minnesota
Expert Response
This is European Elm Scale, an insect. You need to treat. Here is information. Click on the appropriate title to open the box: https://extension.umn.edu/yard-and-garden-insects/scale-insects#soft-scales-on-deciduous-trees-860011
Thanks so much!!!
Diane Fladeland
Diane Fladeland
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