Question
hi i have had my maple for 3 yrs and it has always done great,this yr his has black bugs ,very small ones,and if you  move the tree ,the bugs fly away,i was wondering what to do to get rid of them??

please help me if you can


Answer
Flying insects do not always pose a threat to the tree.  However, to make sure no bugs feed on the tree you can treat with a systemic insecticide called Bayer advanced Tree and Shrub Insecticide, which can be bought at Home Depot.  The product is mixed with water and poured around the base of the tree on the soil.  The product is taken up by the tree and controls most all feeding insects.  The control will last 8-12 months.  It only works if the bugs feed on the tree.  It wont hurt to try this.  Good Luck.