Newly hatched bagworms begin summertime banquet

Homeowners should act now to curb the damage caused by those pesky bagworms, which have begun hatching for the summer.

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June 6, 2022 - 1:27 PM

A newly hatched bagworm on a cedar tree. Courtesy photo

I did a little scouting two nights ago looking for newly hatched bagworms on cedar trees. Sure enough, they are out! You have to really look in order to see them because they are still small — about a ¼ inch in size. 

Bagworms are a yearly pest in our area and can cause considerable damage. Most homeowners typically don’t get too concerned about bagworm control until they see large bags present on plants. By then it is too late and the damage is already done! The window of opportunity for optimum control is approaching.

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