DeerTech, A SavATree Company, launches the next generation of ultrasound devices to deter deer browsing on landscape plantings. Called the 2020s, the new ultrasound units draw on over a decade of research, field evaluations, testing and the latest technological advancements. Deer deterrence was improved by 64% over the previous devices to more effectively protect landscape…
DetailsA favorite among springtime bloomers, the gorgeous and fragrant lilacs are easy to grow and very adaptable. With a minimum of care and maintenance, these lovely shrubs will yield beautiful blooms for decades. Planting Lilacs bloom best when they receive full sun for at least 6 hours each day. Lilacs don’t like to get their…
DetailsSavATree was proud to participate in the recent Touch a Truck event held by the Mountain Top School. This event is the school’s largest fundraiser of the year. Established in 1994, Mountain Top School at Temple Har Shalom provides the children of Somerset County the tools they need for academic success through its unique community-based approach…
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When Daniel van Starrenburg meets with a client, and gets a sense the client’s son or daughter has interest in the meeting, he takes the opportunity to promote the industry. L&L caught up with him to find out what he says at those meetings and how to change potentially negative perceptions about the industry. L&L:…
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SavATree continuously trains their field professionals on the latest techniques. Nick Bomber, Director of Safety and Training, illustrates a few climbing maneuvers at a recent hands on workshop.
Bedford Arborist talked to students at Hawthorne Elementary School about the importance at tree’s at their Earth Day Celebration. Let me know if you need more photos.
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Imagine trying to take a drink of water, but instead of a nice, refreshing gulp, you can’t swallow what’s right in front of you; something has blocked your throat. That might be how an American elm feels when it has Dutch Elm Disease. Dutch Elm Disease, or DED, is a fungal pathogen that clogs the…
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While it hardly seems so at the moment, spring is coming. And the warmer weather is the perfect time to start thinking about landscape work for the coming year, especially if you’d like to plant new trees or make sure that your current trees are healthy. When considering what trees to plant, it’s important…
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Spring is finally upon us and with the warmer weather comes thoughts of home improvements. Maybe you’ll expand your home, or simply add a backyard patio. No matter what your plans, it’s important to keep your trees in mind. Preserving trees during any type of construction project could help save you money in the long…
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Every year around this time all of the various cultivars of flowering cherries in the landscape look their best and people are happy to talk about how beautiful spring is. Unfortunately, there are many problems that are common with Cherry Trees. The assortment of problems includes Insects, pest and diseases. Flowering cherry trees with severe…
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