I have what I think is a large poplar tree in my back yard, and what?

Question

almost seems like overnight....is invaded by Yellowjackets. They are all just flying leaf to leaf, aimlessly! Over the last few days, it has gotten extrememly humid and hot here...I don't know if that has anything to do with it....It is a beautiful tree and we have really enjoyed sitting under it. How can we get rid of these what seems to be 100 to 200 yellowjackets? And why would they be there virtually overnight?

Answer 1

Is your tree producing some sort of blossom? Like any wasp, yellow jackets are pollinators and nectar drinkers. Just try to be patient and let them do their job. I know they seem a little scary, but they are not interested in you and if you ignore them they will ignore you.