How to treat trees in spring: the secret to health and fertility

20.03.2023 14:43

Updated: 14.04.2023 18:48

Everyone knows that the fight against insect pests begins in the spring, but when exactly to start doing this is not clear to everyone.

Let's find out what moment is considered the most appropriate so that the means used against pests bring maximum effect and benefit.

When to treat trees in spring

The treatment is carried out not only against pests, but also against pathogens of various diseases. Not all pathogenic organisms die in winter, and some insects themselves are carriers of infection.

Spring treatment can take place in several stages.

However, there is an opinion that the maximum effect can be achieved if the treatment is carried out in April, but not later than the beginning of May.

And if we talk about spraying on the foliage, the weather should be warm, without precipitation and strong wind.

Which trees to spray

In the garden, all fruit crops are necessarily processed. These are apple and pear trees, cherries and cherries, apricots and other stone and pome fruits.

Of the decorative ones, you need to take care of thujas and other coniferous trees and bushes.

Also, if we are talking about a garden, then birch and other trees need to be treated.

Even if there are no signs of threat to ornamental trees, it is important to remember that pests can move from it to more vulnerable varieties and species. In general, spring treatment strengthens the immune system and increases crop yields.