BarkShield™ Bark Beetle Defense
Advanced protection against destructive bark beetles and borers.
What BarkShield™ Protects Against
Bark Beetles
Various species that bore into bark, disrupting nutrient flow and introducing fungal pathogens
Wood Borers
Larvae tunnel through wood tissue, weakening structural integrity and tree health
Ambrosia Beetles
Cultivate fungal gardens within tunnels, causing staining and vascular damage
How BarkShield™ Works
Exterior Contact Defense
A protective barrier is applied to the trunk and major branches, creating a deterrent layer that repels adult beetles before they can bore into bark. This first line of defense stops infestations before they begin.
Internal Systemic Defense
Systemic treatments are absorbed into the tree's vascular system, providing protection from within. Any beetles that penetrate the bark encounter active ingredients that prevent successful colonization and reproduction.
Surfactant & Penetration
Professional-grade surfactants ensure optimal coverage and penetration into bark crevices and tissues, maximizing the effectiveness of both exterior and systemic components.
Timing Matters
Bark beetle and borer prevention is most effective when applied before beetle flight seasons. Once beetles have successfully bored into bark and established galleries, control becomes significantly more difficult.
Spring Application
Protects against early-season beetle emergence and first flight periods
Late Summer Application
Addresses second generation beetles and provides protection through fall
We monitor local beetle populations and recommend treatment timing based on actual pest pressure in your area.
Why It's Effective
- ✓ Dual-layer protection addresses beetles at multiple life stages
- ✓ Preventive approach protects trees before visible damage occurs
- ✓ Systemic components provide season-long internal protection
- ✓ Professional application reaches all vulnerable bark surfaces
- ✓ Proven effective on Central Coast pine, cypress, and oak species
Environmental & Tree Health Factors
Understanding why trees become vulnerable is key to effective protection. These factors increase susceptibility to bark beetle attack:
BarkShield™ is most effective as part of a comprehensive tree health program that addresses these underlying stress factors.
Why Choose Williams for BarkShield™
Species-Specific Knowledge
We understand the unique vulnerabilities of Monterey pine, cypress, and coastal oaks
Preventive Focus
Treatment before infestation is far more effective than reactive approaches
Complete Coverage
Professional equipment ensures thorough application to all bark surfaces, including high canopy
Integrated Tree Health
We address underlying stress factors that make trees susceptible
Protect your pines, cypress, and oaks from bark beetles and borers
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