If you've noticed leaves on your crepe myrtles, roses, or hardwoods that look lacy or see-through, Japanese beetles are likely the cause. Metro Atlanta sees heavy beetle activity in early to mid-summer, and they target the sunniest, most exposed parts of the canopy first.
A few skeletonized leaves aren't an emergency, but a heavy infestation left unmanaged can defoliate a tree over a couple of weeks, which adds real stress heading into the hottest stretch of summer. Trees already dealing with drought stress are especially vulnerable to compounding damage.
Our team can assess how far an infestation has spread and recommend treatment before it affects the tree's overall health for the season. Catching it early, while the population is still small, makes the biggest difference.
Have you noticed lacy, see-through leaves on anything in your yard this month?
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Close-up photo of skeletonized leaf damage or Japanese beetles clustered on foliage, ideally from a recent Metro Atlanta job site. Authentic photos strongly preferred over stock images.
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