Pine Tip Moth
Needle drop, dying tips, color change
About Pine Tip Moth
This pest targets pine trees by feeding on new shoots, causing needle drop, dying tips, and discoloration. The larvae of the Pine Tip Moth (Rhyacionia spp.) bore into tender shoots, stunting growth and reducing tree vigor. Homeowners in Middle Tennessee areas like Columbia and Spring Hill should monitor pine trees closely to prevent long-term damage.
Pine Tip Moth (Needle drop, dying tips, color change) 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 Pine Tip Moth 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.
Quick Facts
- Common Name
- Pine Tip Moth
- Scientific Name
- Needle drop, dying tips, color change
- Category
- Landscape Pest
- Region
- Middle Tennessee
