Shot hole fungus, also known as shot hole disease, is a serious fungal disease that creates distinct BB-sized holes in leaves. With the rainy, warm weather we’ve been having this season Fungus is running rampant. Our Arborists report seeing Shot Hole Fungus on lots of Cherry Laurels in this area. Without treatment, this fungus will […]
Tree Problems
Did you know June is National Rose Month? Roses have a long and colorful history. They have symbolized love, beauty, war, and politics throughout centuries. The Rose itself has been dated back to 35 million years old and its current family tree contains 125 different species of roses occurring naturally throughout the Northern Hemisphere. In […]
Early intervention is one of the best things you can do to help your trees and shrubs if they are struggling with an insect infestation. But this is easier said than done. Many symptoms of insect infestations go unnoticed by homeowners because they just don’t know what to look for. This typically ends with homeowners […]
With carpenter ants out in full force, our arborists have been getting a lot of questions about these insects and if they are dangerous to trees. Surprisingly to most homeowners, Carpenter Ants themselves don’t damage trees. Instead, they are an indicator of dead wood, cavities, and other decay in your tree. Carpenter Ants take advantage […]
Are deer trampling your gardens and eating all your shrubs? Chances are it’s because your landscape is full of trees and shrubs that are deer favorites. We like to call these types of trees/shrubs deer candy because deer go crazy for these plants. Deer are usually lazy, they will feed on shrubs that are the […]
Are your leaves turning yellow? Since it’s too early in the year for leaves to begin changing color and falling, the yellowing of your tree’s leaves is most likely a sign of lack of micronutrients. Micronutrients are elements needed in small amounts to keep a tree healthy and promote growth/development. Micronutrients include iron, manganese, copper, […]
With the recent rainy and hot weather, certain tree diseases are gearing up to attack our landscape. In particular, fungal diseases thrive on our current rainy and warm conditions. When fungal spores are activated and come in contact with a susceptible host they begin to grow, enter, and feed on the tree or shrub causing […]
When do you seek help from a Certified Arborist, before or after you see problems in your trees? If you answered the latter, you’re definitely not alone. Most homeowners react to tree problems as soon as they see symptoms; however, did you know that waiting to react and then treat is actually more costly on […]
Beneficial Insects are a category of insects that provide valued services such as pollination and pest control. As homeowners are becoming more environmentally conscious, beneficial insect releases are rising in popularity. Just this week we performed Beneficial Insect Releases on 3 properties; however, many homeowners still have never heard of controlling pests with beneficial insects. […]
