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Pine needle scale treatment #946328

Asked October 01, 2026, 9:47 PM EDT

My yard just went through a major renovation and about 6 weeks ago, trees were planted. One of my trees has major pine needle scale. I’m worried what I can do for treatment. I love this tree and really don’t want it to die but it’s also newly transplanted so I worry about shock too. Let me know how I can treat it

Douglas County Colorado

Expert Response

Hi Heather,

I'm glad you sent this photo!  This is not pine needle scale.  This is resin that is completely normal for a bristlecone pine tree to produce on its needles and you don't need to take any action.

Cordially,

John



An Ask Extension Expert Replied October 02, 2026, 10:15 AM EDT

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