caterpillars

Our neighbor has a large lilac bush, and my wife noticed inside on the bottom of the bush was a nest. We are unsure if the nest is from a tent caterpillar or a gypsy moth. Do either, or both, of these pests attack lilac bushes? If so, what should our neighbor do to salvage the bush?

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#1 Comment By Nikki On 08/10/2015 @ 6:01 pm

Yes, these pests can occasionally affect lilacs. Here is more information that may help:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/problems/pests/tent-worms-tent-caterpillar-home-remedy.htm ^[1]

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/prevent-caterpillars.htm ^[2]

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