Polyphagous Shot-Hole Borer (PSHB)
Equip yourself against one of the Cape’s most pressing ecological threats. We have compiled two essential, free resources to help our green industry partners identify, manage, and plant defensively against the Polyphagous Shot Hole Borer (PSHB).
The PSHB Overview Presentation
This comprehensive presentation provides industry professionals with a vital overview of the Polyphagous Shot Hole Borer (PSHB) crisis in Cape Town. It covers essential topics ranging from the pest’s biology and invasion timeline to field diagnosis, biosecurity, and practical, collaborative management solutions.
The PSHB Tree Host Spreadsheet
Designed as an actionable reference tool, this detailed index categorizes a wide variety of indigenous and alien tree species alongside their specific PSHB host status. It empowers landscapers, arborists, and conservationists to make informed, resilient planting and removal decisions by clearly identifying which species act as highly susceptible reproductive hosts and which remain unaffected.