Tulip Poplar Aphid Honeydew Surge: Early Spring Drought Trigger

Mature tulip poplars in S. Indiana: excessive sticky honeydew (puddles on deck) first time in 12 years. Spring 1 month early, 5-week drought.

Cause

Aphids sucking sap → honeydew. Early spring + drought = population explosion.

Solution

Large trees = soil drench: imidacloprid (Bayer Advanced Tree & Shrub Insect Control). Roots translocate to canopy. Weeks to reach top; season-long control. Product Link