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In a traditionally male-dominated industry, SavATree stands out by investing in the development of women leaders and talented female arborists. We have consciously worked to provide female arborists, technicians, and market leaders at every career level with the tools necessary to thrive. Our culture emphasizes collaboration, professional development, and inclusivity, creating an environment where women can build meaningful careers and elevate the tree care industry. Below, our Chief People Officer and Director of Learning and ...

If you’re looking to enhance your property with natural beauty, planting trees is one of the best investments you can make. A well-placed tree boosts curb appeal, provides shade, and enriches local ecosystems. However, a tree’s long-term health depends on how it’s planted, and learning how to plant a tree properly can make all the difference in its growth and longevity. In this guide, we’ve adapted the University of Florida’s ...

Dutch elm disease (DED) is a serious fungal infection first identified in the Netherlands, which has since killed millions of elm trees across the United States. It remains a serious threat to these stately trees, which enhance parks, line city streets, and beautify properties like yours. Proactive elm tree care is essential in protecting your trees from this devastating condition. If Dutch elm disease is detected early and is not widespread in the tree, there ...

Box tree moths (Cydalima perspectalis) are an invasive species that pose a significant threat to boxwood plants, which are popular in ornamental gardens, hedges, and natural habitats. If left untreated, these pests can cause extensive damage, leading to defoliation, weakening, and even the death of your boxwoods.  What are box tree moths?  Box tree moths are notorious for their ability to rapidly multiply and cause harm to boxwoods. With a life cycle that can repeat ...

Are you the proud owner of a palm? With proper care, these tropical icons can live long, healthy lives, and we’re here to help you understand and nurture your palms like a pro. What makes palms special? Palms are nature’s symbol of rest, relaxation, and tropical paradise. With their iconic fronds and often towering stature, they bring a touch of the exotic to any landscape. Despite their laid-back image, palms are impressively strong ...

Expert guidance from Martha, backed by SavATree’s science-based approach Timing is everything when it comes to caring for your trees, shrubs, and lawn. The transition from late winter into spring, and then into early summer, is when your landscape is most responsive to proactive care. Martha Stewart may be America’s foremost authority on beautiful living, and for nearly 45 years she’s trusted SavATree to help ensure her legendary properties meet her high ...

Pruning is both an art and a science. Our SavATree experts explain how proper rejuvenation pruning ensures your valued shrubs and ornamentals thrive every season. Maintaining the beauty and health of your plants, shrubs, ornamental trees, and hedgerows requires regular care and attention. An essential practice our experts recommend is rejuvenation pruning—a method that promotes vigorous growth, enhances flowering, and extends the lifespan of your plants. What Is Rejuvenation Pruning? It’s a systematic ...

America’s foremost gardening authority and a long-time SavATree customer shares exclusive spring secrets from her decades of garden mastery. As one of our most loyal customers, Martha Stewart was kind enough to share her spring gardening secrets in an interview with our Executive Chairman, Daniel van Starrenburg, on a cold January morning. Her 156-acre Cantitoe Corners property glistened under a blanket of snow as Daniel and Martha sat perched at her kitchen island, enjoying ...

Not sure which zone you're in? Check the USDA Hardiness Zone Map here.  — or use the quick reference below. Jump to Your Zone Zones 3 to 4: Upper Midwest & Northern States Zones 5 to 6: Midwest, Mid-Atlantic & Northeast Zones 7 to 8a/8b: Mid-South, Pacific Northwest & Transitional States Zones 9a/9b: Deep South, Southern California & Desert Southwest Zone 10: Southern Florida, Hawaii & Coastal Southwest A Note from Our Arborists: What We're Watching This ...

Learn the tick life cycle, identify high-risk areas in your yard, and discover treatments to protect your outdoor spaces. While ticks are troublesome little critters for many reasons, the health concerns they pose are what make them the biggest nuisance. This creates concerns for property owners, families, and pets who can fall prey to tick bites.  Luckily, you can take proactive steps to manage tick activity and protect your outdoor space. Why the Tick Life ...

Did Your Landscape Struggle Last Season? Here’s How to Stop the Damage from Coming Back    If you saw thin tree canopies, scorched leaves, patchy grass, or pest infestations last season, your landscape may still be suffering from heat stress. High summer temperatures don’t just cause immediate damage—they weaken root systems, deplete soil nutrients, and make trees, shrubs, and lawns more susceptible to pests and disease.  Without proactive tree care and lawn recovery ...

2024 was the “hottest year on record,” and your landscape might still be feeling the effects. Here’s how to spot hidden damage and how we can help.    As we transition into the warmer months of 2025, last year’s record-breaking heat may have left your trees, shrubs and lawn vulnerable. Extreme heat and other environmental conditions can cause delayed stress by depleting energy reserves, damaging root systems and increasing susceptibility to pests or disease ...

Help Trees Weather Winter Storms with Regular Pruning Pruning and other preventive measures, in advance of harsh weather, can help keep your family and property safe from fallen trees or tree limbs. Year-round tree trimming can spare you the hassle, and cost, of having to repair damage to your home or calling on a tree service company to remove a fallen tree from your property. Wind, rain, snow and ice can break or weaken trees ...

Should trees be pruned in winter? Tree pruning provides a variety of benefits to your trees and landscape. In addition to improving their appearance, trimmed trees will be safer and healthier. Pruning promotes plant health by removing dead or dying branches that have previously been injured by disease, insects, mites, animals, storms, or people. Request a complimentary consultation from a tree service expert. Yes, winter is a great time to prune trees. Tree Pruning can ...

Oak Tree Care, Disease Diagnosis, Treatment & More A noble American tree, oak trees are found in many landscapes and communities, adorning us with their stature and shade. There are nearly 400 different species of oaks, both deciduous and evergreen. Some of the most common species found in the Northeast include the Red Oak, White Oak and Black Oak. Depending on the species, oak trees can have gray, scaly bark or black furrowed bark. Leaves are ...

Reduce Snow Load and Ice Dams SavARoof can help keep your roof and deck safe this season A snow storm can be extremely devastating to any roof. Snow accumulations can carry a great deal of weight and put stress on your roof and deck. If snow is removed improperly, it could cause roof failure. Proper maintenance of your roof drainage system will prevent the water from backing up into your home. It will also allow ...

Importance and Value of Trees Since the beginning, trees have furnished us with two of life’s essentials, food and oxygen. As we evolved, they provided additional necessities such as shelter, medicine, and tools. Today, their value continues to increase and more benefits of trees are being discovered as their role expands to satisfy the needs created by our modern lifestyles. Community & Social Value Trees are an important part of every community. Our streets, parks ...

Storms can place significant stress on trees and landscapes, especially when high winds, saturated soil, snow, or ice are involved. Weak branches, structural defects, and poor tree health can increase the likelihood of storm-related damage to your property. The best way to reduce storm damage risk is through proactive tree care before severe weather arrives. Routine inspections, structural pruning, and preventative support systems can help trees better withstand storms and recover more effectively afterward. Working ...

“How can I remove deer from my landscape?” Homeowners and property managers alike are constantly asking the question: “How can I remove deer from my landscape?” The truth is, deer are hard to remove, but you can keep them from grazing on your vegetable gardens, perusing your fruit trees and shrubs and damaging your favorite seasonal flowers. Preserving the hard work you put into your property can be simple with professional help. SavATree offers an ...

Deer Repellent and Deer Deterrent Services For many, seeing a deer roaming through the neighborhood only adds to the community’s beauty. They’re generally harmless and peaceful, but that doesn’t mean they won’t wreak havoc on the plants, shrubs and flowers that you dedicated many years to growing and maintaining. Finding an effective deer repellent and deer deterrent service can help you preserve the hard work put into building a loving, comforting ...