Dogwood borer - Dogwood Borers

The dogwood borer, which occurs throughout the eastern United States, is probably the most destructive pest of established flowering dogwood trees. Young trees may die completely and older trees may be left with dead or dying branches. Damage by this insect severely limits the success and attractiveness of dogwood.

Adapted from the Delaware Cooperative Extension, 1999

Marion Gold, GreenShare Program Coordinator
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