Tree Injections
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Tree micro-injections (also known as trunk injections) are a highly effective alternative to traditional soil drenching or foliar spraying. This method delivers liquid nutrients or pesticides directly into the tree’s vascular system (the xylem), which is particularly beneficial for managing the region's specific environmental stressors.

Top Benefits of Micro-Injections:

· Rapid Distribution and Control: Because the product is injected directly into the tree’s veins, it bypasses our dense, slow-draining clay soil. This ensures the treatment reaches the entire canopy within hours or days, making it the fastest way to stop active infestations like Emerald Ash Borer.

· Eco-Friendly and Targeted: There is zero chemical drift or runoff. This is ideal for properties in Johnson or Jackson County with swimming pools, backyard gardens, or pets, as the pesticide remains entirely inside the tree.

· Superior Nutrient Absorption: Many KC trees suffer from Iron Chlorosis (yellowing leaves) due to our high-alkaline soil. Micro-injections deliver iron and manganese directly to the plant, bypassing soil lockout issues.

· Long-Lasting Protection: One injection can protect an Ash tree from borers for up to two full years, whereas soil treatments often require annual reapplications.

· Weather Independent: Unlike foliar sprays, which can be washed away by a sudden midwestern thunderstorm, injections are unaffected by rain once they are sealed inside the trunk.

Common Uses in Kansas City

· Emerald Ash Borer (EAB): The gold standard for saving mature Ash trees in neighborhoods like Leawood or Brookside.

· Oak Wilt and Dutch Elm Disease: Prevents the spread of vascular wilts that are common in older tree canopies

· Bagworms and Japanese Beetles: Quickly protects ornamentals during the peak heat of July.

Pro-Tip:

Micro-injections should only be performed by a Certified Arborist because improper technique can cause permanent "wounding" to the trunk, leading to decay.

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