Treating Rhododendrons That Have Worm Like Borers

Question From: F. DeVere - Lititz, Pennsylvania, United States
Q: I have worm like borers in my rhododendrons. They are wilting and year after year I have the same issue. I just bought annual tree and shrub insect control by Bonide. will this work and do I need to prune the infected branches..thank you for your help.

A: It should work if you followed the directions on the package. Prune away the dead wood and then shape the shrub. Best And Happy Yardening, Nancy