Rethink DIY Tree Care!
Do you have trees in your yard? If so, it’s important to make sure they’re correctly cared for. But don’t fall into the trap of thinking that you must do all this work yourself! While DIY tree care can seem like a great way to save time and money, there [...]
Dec
Stop Pests Early With Winter Prevention
Winter isn’t the time of year that we think of pest control. After all, they’re all dormant, right? When protecting your trees from overwintering pests, you have several options. The best line of defense is being proactive.
Dec
What On Earth? How Do Trees Survive The Winter?
Unlike the birds that travel to warmer climes in the winter, trees cannot uproot themselves to do the same. So how do they survive in the winter, especially without their leaves? The short answer is that trees have evolved strategies for withstanding the winter cold over the millennia. Let’s explore!
Dec
What’s Wrong With My Tree? Tip Blight of Austrian Pines
Tip Blight Is A Destructive Fungal Disease Of Pines Sphaeropsis tip blight of pines, also known as diplodia tip blight, is caused by the fungus, Sphaeropsis sapinea. This fungal disease is highly destructive of pines and overwinters in the infected shoots, bark, and seed cones of pine trees. The most [...]
Nov
4 Classic Signs That Your Trees Are Stressed
It’s a common misconception that insects and diseases are the only causes of tree illness and death. While trees are very resilient organisms, environmental factors like improper planting and exposure to salt spray can cause them stress. Trees can be more susceptible to the aforementioned pests and diseases when stressed. [...]
Nov