Fall Webworms

About Fall Webworms

Fall webworms are caterpillars that create large, unsightly silk webs around tree branches, primarily feeding on the leaves of hardwood trees such as hickory, walnut, and pecan. These pests cause extensive defoliation but usually do not threaten the overall health of mature trees. Homeowners in Middle Tennessee, including areas like Franklin and Brentwood, should monitor for webbing in late summer and early fall to manage infestations effectively.

Fall Webworms is a landscape pest commonly found in Middle Tennessee, including Columbia, Thompson's Station, Spring Hill, and the surrounding areas. This entry is part of our Landscape Pests identification guide.

As lawn care and treatment specialists, we encounter Fall Webworms regularly when servicing properties across the region. Proper identification is the first step toward effective pest management that protects both your turf and your landscape plantings.