Winter Tree Pests — What Winnipeg Homeowners Should Watch For

🌳 Even in deep winter, some pests remain active — hiding in bark, soil, or under snow. These overwintering insects can cause serious damage once temperatures rise. Knowing what to look for now helps protect your trees before spring arrives.

Common Winter Pests in Winnipeg

• 🐛 Emerald Ash Borer (EAB)
  Larvae overwinter beneath bark, feeding on inner tissues and weakening ash trees.

• 🐜 Aphid Eggs
  Many aphid species lay eggs on twigs that hatch early in spring.

• 🐞 Spider Mites
  Some species remain active during warm winter days, feeding on needles.

• 🐛 Tent Caterpillar Egg Masses
  Visible as shiny, dark bands wrapped around twigs.

How to Protect Your Trees

• Inspect bark for holes, sawdust, or unusual patterns
• Look for egg masses on twigs
• Schedule a winter inspection to catch early signs
• Prune infested branches during dormancy

Conclusion

Winter is the perfect time to get ahead of pest problems. TreeSolve can identify overwintering pests and recommend safe, effective treatments before spring.

👉 Contact us: https://www.treesolve.ca/contact-us 

👉 Tree Removal: https://www.treesolve.ca/services/tree-removal 

👉 Stump Grinding: https://www.treesolve.ca/services/stump-grinding 

👉 Pruning: https://www.treesolve.ca/services/pruning 

👉 Tree Cabling: https://www.treesolve.ca/services/tree-cabling 

👉 EAB Injections: https://www.treesolve.ca/services/emerald-ash-borer-injections