This is interesting as termites usually (but not always) prefer dead plant
material. Are you sure they are chewing on live tissues up there?
J
>
> After Chuck had such good luck with his nutsedge problem (at
> least garnering information), I'm seeking advice from the OM hive mind
> about a possible treatment for termites in a living tree. I have a 20'
> Palmetto Tree (Sabal Palm) on my property located well away from my
> house that has become infested with termites. They have formed classic
> dirt-covered tubes up the trunk and disappear into the crown. The tree
> still looks healthy and I would like to save it (so don't just tell me
> to dig it up and burn it). Since it would cost me $300-400 to replace it
> I'm willing to spend a bit to save it. Is anyone aware of an insecticide
> effective on termites that won't kill my tree?
>
>
>
> Thanks,
>
> Charlie
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