Do You Need to Rake the Leaves on Your Lawn?

As trees prepare for dormancy in the fall, one impact is the dying of leaves which once appeared vibrant as they emerged on branches in the early spring. The fallen leaves find their way into gardening beds and blanket grassy areas in a sea of autumnal colors, leaving many homeowners to ask, do you really…

Why Hiring a Professional Holiday Lighting Installer is Important

Why Hiring a Professional Holiday Lighting Installer is Important Hiring a professional tree care company ensures your property will receive the utmost attention from a knowledgeable team of experts (read more here). While not often considered by homeowners, the same logic applies when you’re considering holiday lighting installation. Much like so-called “professional” tree care companies,…

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…

Spotted Lanterfly Struggle-Tree Pests

  Upon first glance the spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula) appears similar to a butterfly; colorful and flashy, but don’t be fooled, this is an exotic, invasive pest which poses a serious threat to agricultural and landscape plants. The lanternfly is not a true fly but technically is a planthopper and is native to China. Spotted…

Proper Training Ensures the Safety of Our Staff

In the tree care industry, there’s only one way to ensure that General Tree Care (GTC) workers return home to their families and friends after a busy day on the job – proper training. Conducted repeatedly and comprehensively, training helps to provide the necessary knowledge for accident prevention while lowering the risk of severe injury.…