Plant & Tree Care Blog

Boxwood Blight: First discovered in the US in 2011, is a fungal disease that causes the defoliation of Boxwoods and similar species.

Honeydew & Sooty Mold: Have you ever encountered annoying sticky sap coating your car, furniture, or walkway that’s under a tree?

Signs Your Tree Is a Safety Hazard: It's important for homeowners to take a look at their tree to see if it’s dangerous.

Signs Your Tree Is Sick: Are your trees quietly suffering from stress, disease, or insect infestation? Do you know what signs to look for?

Protect your trees from spotted lanternfly damage. RTEC's expert guide to identification, prevention, and treatment in the DC metro area.

Signs Of Spring Fungal Leaf Diseases: If you notice any of these signs of fungal leaf diseases on your plants, it's essential to take action.

Caterpillars can do a lot of damage quickly to trees. We've created a guide of common caterpillars in the DC Metro area and the level of damage they cause.

Horse Chestnut Leaf Blotch: also known as horse chestnut leaf miner, is a common and widespread fungal disease that affects trees.

The Ambrosia Beetle is a destructive wood-boring insect that preys on weak trees, bringing with it a deadly fungus that will kill the tree.