The Chinese elm tree (or Ulmus parvifolia) is native to China, Korea, and Japan and was first introduced in the United States in the mid-1800s. Chinese elms are often a popular substitute for zones that have experienced a heavy proliferation of Dutch elm disease, as they are equally pleasing visually and prone to the disease.…
Like deciduous trees (those with leaves), conifer trees are not immune to diseases that can prove fatal if left untreated and are even incurable in some cases. Therefore, one of the keys in helping to protect conifer trees on your property and even in your community is recognizing the signs that something is abnormal. Below,…
Tree removal is not a DIY project a homeowner can complete on any given weekend. Hiring a professional tree care company to remove a tree on your property guarantees they will keep people, pets, and your property safe from harm by using the right equipment and operating it correctly. However, hiring a professional…
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…
Ash trees have been an important part of the American landscape for thousands of years – lining streets, shading backyards, and welcoming patrons to businesses from coast to coast. Known as the Fraxinus Americana, the white ash (or American ash) is the species commonly found and native to much of North America. But a highly…
It’s often recommended that tree pruning should be completed in the fall and winter months when trees are under considerably less stress, and there is a decreased chance of insects and diseases impacting the open wounds of the branch. But many homeowners want to know if summer tree pruning is safe for the tree as…
The human body requires a set amount of water for optimal health, depending on a person’s size. Trees are no different, though many homeowners, businesses, and communities often struggle with how to properly water trees, especially during the summer months. It’s easy to assume that an occasional rain shower or water run-off from a nearby…
Malus domestica is the name given to the sweet, crisp apples we all know and love and are commonly used for eating, cooking, and baking. But there’s another type of Malus variety: the wild crabapple tree. With fruit no larger than two inches in diameter, crabapple trees are often known for their year-long beauty,…
According to the Arbor Day Foundation, “Trees offer cooling shade, block cold winter winds, attract birds and wildlife, purify our air, prevent soil erosion, clean our water, and add grace and beauty to our homes and communities.” They are a natural marvel providing lasting benefits many of us fail to realize as we go about…
The polarizing climates across the U.S. from extreme heat, droughts, and flooding have been incredibly stressful to lawns as we enter the heart of the summer. Of particular occurrence has been Dollar Spot and Slime Mold – two unique issues plaguing lawns that aren’t commonly known to homeowners and commercial property managers. Dollar Spot is…
