Property owners have a vested interest in keeping healthy trees happy and removing dead trees before they can fall down without warning. One common misconception people have about tree health is that so long as there are just a few green leaves left the tree is alive and can be saved. In reality this is…
Have you taken a look around your property recently, particularly at the health of the surrounding trees? You may not be aware of the hidden dangers dangling overhead. All it takes is one strong wind storm, or heavy downpour of rain, to cause an inconvenient tragedy. It is always best to call a certified arborist…
To a tree owner, they are not even noticeable. But to an Arborist, they are a glaring presence! The pressure put on a tree from the feeding and damage insects inflict is incredible. In the spring time numerous insects species emerge and begin feeding. Some right on the bud others on the roots and trunk. …
Staking small tress to help them grow is a common practice among homeowners, gardeners, and a variety of other people who work with plants. But is staking a good idea for a tree’s overall health? Let’s take a look at how staking trees might affect their growth and ability to survive. Stakes are designed to help support a young…
The name of the disease, Texas Oak Wilt, doesn’t sound that harmful, but don’t be fooled. Texas Oak Wilt is one of the most damaging diseases to infect oak trees in the United States. In fact, over 1 million trees were destroyed in approximately 76 counties in Central Texas. Caused by the fungus Ceratocystis fagacearum,…
Winter can be a difficult time for plant life. The brutal temperatures which hit most areas of the country can cause issues like breaking branches and general cold stress on trees, and the possibility of a winter drought is very real. Here are a few ways you can help protect your trees during the next…
If you are like many people, you call a tree contractor when you have a tree problem and probably never even heard of a registered consulting arborist. Essentially, a registered consulting arborist is a tree expert. They have certified knowledge and skills in the technical areas of trees and tree care. They can diagnose, treat, cure or prevent issues related…
What Is a Certified Arborist? What does it mean? Certified Arborists, as defined by ISA: “Certified Arborists are individuals who have achieved a level of knowledge in the art and science of tree care through experience and by passing a comprehensive examination developed by some of the nation’s leading experts on tree care. Certified Arborists…
To a tree owner, they are not even noticeable. But to an Arborist, they are a glaring presence! The pressure put on a tree from the feeding and damage insects inflict is incredible. In the spring time numerous insects emerge and begin feeding. Some right on the bud and others on the roots and trunk….
