In recent posts, we have talked about some of the factors that go into deciding whether to retain or remove a tree on a construction site. We have talked about signs and symptoms on the tree that may indicate how healthy and stable it is, and we talked about identifying and assessing potential targets –…
Effects of Enrichment All trees and shrubs can benefit from fertilization at some point in their life cycle, however, given the amount of stress that fruit trees face during a growing season, they may benefit greatly from a proper feeding. Fertilizer needs to be applied in the correct amount and the right formulation so as not to…
This winter was one of the most severe we’ve seen in 20 years! Snow accumulations and cold temperatures presented many challenges for our landscapes, but in particular Deer were challenged to find food sources in these difficult conditions. Heavy snow and cold temperatures reduced deer travel, as deer minimize the use of their stored energy to ensure survival. The…
Reservation Renovation Under the care of the Andover Conservation Commission, The Mary French Reservation is part of the Essex County greenway with trails connecting to adjacent reservations and parks throughout the state. Extensive wetlands bordering the Skug River boast a 1000 foot boardwalk where visitors can truly experience this ecosystem typical of New England. The conservation…
To celebrate Arbor Day at College Hill, children from Warring Magnet School of Science and Technology showed their support by planting Dogwood trees donated by SavATree. Dogwood trees are invaluable for their beautiful flowers, bracts, fruits, stems, twigs and can help make a landscape beautiful. Poughkeepsie city workers also joined in on the activities but, the children…
Developing and maintaining a good lawn requires a team effort. In some cases, it can call for a professional team, Lawncare.net being just one of many. 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…
Days of Planet Past Up until the 1970s there was no EPA, no Clean Water Act nor a Clean Air Act. It was perfectly legal to unendingly spew toxic smoke into the air and dump pernicious waste into rivers and streams. But the tides were turning, a movement was growing that would force environmental issues…
Last week I was doing field work for a client and came across a large white oak. The tree was not in the limit of disturbance (it was about 40′ away), but the local ordinance called for it be called out in the report. The tree was very large (53″ in diameter) with an elliptical…
Our colleague Jarlath O’Neil-Dunne and his team at the University of Vermont Spatial Analysis Lab presented on An Object-Based Approach to Statewide Land Cover Mapping at the American Society of Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing 2014 Conference in Louisville, KY. Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley signed a bill in 2013 to keep Maryland at 40% tree canopy…
Endangered, Exploited or Extirpated…oh my! There are over 5,000 plants (5,679 to be exact) currently listed either federally or by state as threatened, endangered or various other protected statuses. Woody vegetation or trees make up 470 of the plants on the list. They aren’t cute and fuzzy like the many listed animals so plants don’t get as…
