Landscape Architects Share Their Favorite Tree, Shrub and Groundcover My Favorite Tree Bald Cypress (Taxodium distichum) I find the Bald Cypress adds more visual interest than the average tree. A deciduous conifer, it gives way to elegant seasonal changes with its vibrant green in spring to its reddish orange in fall. The fern-like leaves also…
Tree Preservation at UConn The University of Connecticut (UConn) was the first college in Connecticut to be named a Tree Campus USA by the Arbor Day Foundation for effectively managing their campus trees. To obtain this distinction, UConn’s Office of Environmental Policy, in conjunction with the Office of University Planning, the campus tree warden, the…
Tips From The Top by Daniel van Starrenburg, President Tree Preservation through the Ages If you think of tree preservation as a recent concept, you may be surprised to learn that in Sweden it can be traced back to the rule of King Gustav Vasa in 1658. At that time, all oaks were declared to…
COMING SOON DeerTech is pleased to announce the upcoming launch of the next generation of ultrasound devices to deter deer feeding! Our new device draws on over a decade of experience as well as the latest technological advancements to help keep your landscape looking its best year round. The new proprietary device features these improvements:…
LANDSCAPE CALENDAR March Complete pruning before new growth begins Cut back ornamental grasses to new shoots Consider an Early Spring Tick Treatment if the weather is warm Begin Goose Repellent Treatments for best results Protect your ash trees from Emerald Ash Borer Activate your annual Plant Health Care program and Lawn Care program so you…
Invasive plants in your lawn: Japanese Stiltgrass and Bull Thistle What is all the fuss about invasive plants? Invasive plant species can pose quite a challenge. Because they grow aggressively and displace native plants, invasives can upset the balance of existing ecosystems. They are difficult to control and tend to dominate whole areas, making them…
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Employee Profile Scott Lamm, ISA Certified Arborist Years of Service: 24 Years Hobbies: traveling, gardening, and spending time with family, including my delightful grandson. How did you get started in this business? When I was still in high school, I started working with my brother at a tree care company and loved it! I worked…
COMPANY UPDATE SavATree Wins Industry Awards The Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA) recognized SavATree with two safety awards at their Winter Management Conference held earlier this year. SavATree’s general tree care training program won an award for its exemplary contribution in the area of safety or accident prevention. The program consisted of a half day…
Urban Trees In Our Care Urban trees and landscapes exist in challenging environments and have special needs. The same can be said of urban settings, which require specific knowledge and expertise. For professional tree, shrub and lawn care in your city, contact SavATree – the Urban Experts. MERIDIAN HILL PARK • Washington DC As part…
