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SavATree preventive and curative treatments will help you manage this crisis The emerald ash borer (EAB) was first discovered in the U.S. in the summer of 2002 in southeast Michigan. The EAB has since killed tens of millions of trees in the United States and so far has established itself in 26 states. Signs of EAB Infestation Excessive sprouting from base of tree Thinning crown Canopy dieback Tiny D-shaped holes in the bark Bark ...

Protect Your Lawn from Mites Lawn mites love Colorado’s dry climate—but that doesn’t mean you have to put up with them. What to Look For Areas of your lawn damaged by mites will appear brown and straw-like. However, these areas won’t be visible until your lawn begins to turn green during the spring, and by then most of the damage has been done. There are several things you can do to ...

Facts About Spongy Moths and Treatment Options What is a Spongy Moth? The spongy moth (Lymantria dispar) arrived in the United States from Europe in the 1860s. Spongy moths defoliate trees while in the larval stage. After multiple seasons of defoliation, formerly healthy trees may lose vigor and eventually die. What does a Spongy Moth look like? Their egg masses are tan, teardrop-shaped and approximately 1 1/2″ long. Their larvae, or caterpillars, are about ...

Facts About the Japanese Beetle and Treatment options What is the Japanese Beetle? The Japanese Beetle (Popillia japonica) is a harmful pest to over 200 species of plants in North America. These beetles pose a serious threat to some of North America’s most beautiful and popular tree species, including: Apple Birch Japanese Maple Cherry These beetles are beautiful to look at. They have a shiny metallic-green body with copper-colored wings. They are roughly 3 ...

Snow Mold What is Snow Mold? Snow mold is a fungal disease that appears when snow melts in early spring. It is most common in years with early snows over ground that has not had a chance to freeze. There are two varieties of snow mold. Gray Snow MoldGray snow mold forms under snow piles and is characterized by circular patches of straw-colored turf that appear matted and may have gray webbing present. Pink Snow ...

Tree Fungus Treatment & Identification Understanding Fungi That Infect Trees Toadstools, puffballs, dwarf benches and mushrooms are just a few of the names given to describe some of the fungi that can be affecting the health of your trees. Formerly thought of as a group of simple plants lacking chlorophyll, fungi are now classified as a separate kingdom of living organisms. Fungi cause disease when a spore germinates on a susceptible host under the appropriate environmental ...

Some may assume spring is the ideal time to seed their lawn. The temperature is warming, landscapes are in bloom — nature is coming to life once again. However, in our neck of the woods, we typically get a lot of rain during this time of year — much more than is required by newly planted grass making it difficult for it to flourish let alone survive. If rain isn’t an issue, temperature is. The cooler ...

Developing and maintaining a good lawn requires a team effort. Today, many homeowners are realizing that it is possible to create and maintain a thick, uniform lawn by working in harmony with these four factors that will help you achieve a lawn you can be proud of. Request a complimentary consultation with an expert lawn care specialist. Four Quality Lawn Factors 1. Climate The timing and intensity of climatic factors such as precipitation, temperature, sunlight ...

Mowing How and when your lawn is mowed has a significant impact on the visual quality of your lawn. The following points are provided to help you enhance the value of our services along with the overall quality and beauty of your lawn. Timing: Lawns need to be mowed based upon their height. By never removing more than 1/3 of the total leaf blade height at one time you will not put your lawn ...

Lawn Care with Lime and Lawn Fertilizer Lawn care professionals know that lime and lawn fertilizer work best together to help you obtain the healthy, green lawn you’ve always wanted. By raising the pH of your soil, lime makes lawn fertilizer and existing nutrients available to the grass plants in your landscape. Lime may be applied for existing or new lawn care at any time of the year. Your lawn care specialist can take ...

Fall Seeding 101 One of the most common questions asked of the lawn professionals at SavATree/SavaLawn is “when is the best time to seed my lawn?” While many think that spring would seem an ideal time, the fact is that autumn is the optimal season for seeding. Seeding in the fall has been shown to produce much more consistent results as grass isn’t hampered by the high volumes of rain, cooler soil temperatures ...

Cleaning Up Winter Storm Damage Winter storms can be destructive, especially for trees. Broken tree branches are a common result. Unlike a person, when a tree is injured or damaged, it cannot heal its wounds. Instead trees react to injury by sealing off damaged areas. When a tree is wounded, whether by breakage in a storm or insect activity, it creates boundaries around the wound in order to stop the spread of disease and decay ...

Battling drought conditions Extended periods of hot, dry weather can place significant stress on your landscape. Trees, shrubs, and lawns rely on adequate moisture to grow, remain healthy, and withstand environmental stressors. When drought conditions persist, plants become more vulnerable to decline and insect and disease activity. The good news is that proactive care can help your landscape withstand dry conditions and recover more successfully when rainfall returns. Understanding the signs of drought stress and ...

Are you concerned about a specific tree on your property every time it storms? Install a lightning protection system! The investment only takes a few hours to install and will provide peace of mind for years to come. Installing the protection before you’re faced with the problem will save you from storm damage and the costs associated with tree removal. The system is made up of a copper cable conductor that runs down the ...

Craving the sweet, juicy flavor of apples picked straight from your own backyard? Growing apple trees is a fulfilling way to enjoy fresh fruit, fragrant spring blossoms, and the satisfaction of cultivating something delicious and beautiful. Whether you're a first-time gardener or a seasoned grower, this guide will walk you through the essentials of apple tree care, from planting tips to troubleshooting common issues, so you can enjoy a healthy, productive tree for years ...

Arborvitae Tree Care, Pruning Tips, Signs of Diseases or Other Problems A dense, narrow, evergreen shrub or small tree, arborvitae makes a wonderful privacy screen and windbreak.  The shape of an arborvitae tree varies depending on cultivar. An American arborvitae tree is full and cone shaped. The Globe arborvitae tree is broad and spherical while the Pyramidal arborvitae is a taller, thinner variety. Arborvitae can also be pruned into various ornamental hedges or grown in ...

The ash tree is a handsome, native, deciduous tree. There are over 60 ash tree species— the white ash being the largest of the family. The ash tree is a strong, medium to very large tree, depending on type, and a relative of the olive tree. Ash trees have an opposite branching structure, with multiple leaflets.  Depending on species, ash tree leaves are green, turning yellow or purple-burgundy in the fall. Spring flowers are inconspicuous ...

Caring for Your Birch Tree The birch tree is popular among homeowners due to its beautiful bark, modest size and graceful branches. Two of the most common birch tree species in the Northeast are the River Birch and White Birch.  The White Birch tree is characterized by its beautiful white bark (when mature) and drooping branches, whereas the River Birch tree has a brownish-red exfoliating bark and pyramidal to rounded crown. These characteristic bark qualities ...

Caring for your Cherry Trees In addition to their wonderful fruit, many property owners grow cherry trees for their spectacular spring flowers. Cherry trees can have a graceful weeping form or attractive upright canopy depending on the species. There are many varieties to choose from. Most cherries produce pink to white flowers. The tree’s leaves are also attractive in the fall. Bing Sweet Cherry Trees produce large, delicious, deep red fruit. They begin to ...

Common Persimmon Fruit Tree Care, Tips & Resources The common persimmon (Diospyros virginiana) is a deciduous tree that is grown for its beautiful foliage and edible fruit, and it is prized for its beauty and wood density. A common persimmon in the landscape averages around 60 feet tall and in its natural environment can be found as large as 132 feet tall. The common persimmon tree is a native species found in a variety of habitats ...