09/29/2026
The Box Tree Moth (also known as the Boxwood Tree Moth) has been identified on properties in and close to the village of White Post. Not only can the Box Tree Moth kill boxwoods, this invasive plant pest will continue to spread rapidly throughout the state and beyond if left untreated. The state of Virginia has a rapid response control program in place through the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Specialists with the department's Office of Plant Industry Services were recently visiting properties in the village of White Post where they identified Boxwood Tree Moth activity on multiple properties. They went to as many properties as they could access and spoke to many residents. If any boxwoods on your property are identified as having Box Tree Moths (or eggs), the state is willing to treat all of the boxwoods on your property without any cost to the property owner. In order to participate in the program, you must fill out a simple form giving permission for the invasive species program members to visit your property and treat the boxwoods.
For questions or to request the application form, you can reach out to John Bransford, Invasive Species Specialist [email protected]
Let's all work together to try to control this pest and save our boxwoods!
