The Town of Mahone Bay has begun treating some of its hemlock trees to protect them from an invasive species.
They are being treated for protection from the hemlock woolly adelgid which is an invasive insect that feeds on the sap of hemlock trees, causing their decline and eventual death if untreated.
You can tell if a tree is infected as the needles of the tree will be covered in a white substance that looks quite similar to wool.
The first trees being treated are in Jubilee Park and the ones receiving treatment will be marked with orange flagging tape. While the trees are marked the Town is asking residents not to disturb them.
Eventually Mahone Bay plans to treat all of the hemlocks on town property. They are also encouraging property owners to check their land for hemlock trees and look into treatment options so as to further help against the woolly adelgids.
