Silky webbing wrapped around branch tips on pecan, hickory, or persimmon trees is fall webworm, and it's actively showing up on Houston properties right now.
A mature, healthy tree typically tolerates a fall webworm infestation without lasting damage, but a stressed or younger tree can lose more than it can afford. The right response depends on the tree's overall condition, not just the size of the nest.
Our certified arborists evaluate the whole tree before recommending pruning, treatment, or simple monitoring. We've been assessing Houston trees since 1983 and know how local heat and soil conditions affect recovery.
If you're seeing webbing in your trees this month, an assessment now can prevent bigger problems before winter.
A close photo of fall webworm nesting on a branch, taken during an actual Houston job. Clear, well-lit shots of the webbing structure perform best for local search viewers trying to identify the same problem.
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