What Causes Sudden Oak Death?

What causes Sudden Oak Death in trees and plant life? Sudden Oak Death, or SOD, is caused by the pathogenic fungus Phytophthora ramorum. This waterborne mold pathogen infiltrates plants and trees through contaminated irrigation water, wind-blown rain, infected plants, and contaminated pots and soil mixes. This fungus is also associated with other tree wellness issues…

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Spotted Lanternfly: How to Get Rid of Nymphs

  The Spotted Lanternfly is a destructive insect that has invaded the Philadelphia area.  All winter long, their eggs lay waiting for the warm weather, carefully encased in a protective, hardened layer of secretion. Now that they’ve emerge as nymphs, it’s time to take action! Read on to find out how to identify and combat…

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Tips for Watering Your Lawn in the Summer Months

Water is a precious commodity today as climate change has increased the likelihood of droughts in areas of the country once immune to such occurrences.   As the summer months quickly approach, here are a few things to remember as you calculate the necessary watering schedule for your lawn.   For starters, it’s always important…

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