Summer storms can be a beautiful sight to behold, but they can quickly turn from entertainment to tragedy when trees are involved. Severe storms with high winds, heavy rain, and lightning can cause ... Read More >
Crape Myrtle Bark Scale: A Serious Issue For Homeowners
You may have seen some recent news about a new invasive pest that's wreaking havoc in our area: crape myrtle bark scale. We wanted to add our expertise to the conversation, as we have been seeing a ... Read More >
RTEC’s Top Watering Tips for the Healthiest Plants
Spring is finally in the air—and with it, the perfect time to spend in outdoor spaces. We’re all ready to head out into the sun with the warmer weather. With this comes active monitoring of tree ... Read More >
How to Keep Mosquitoes Away From Your Landscaping This Summer
With the spring in full bloom, we will start to see an uptick in mosquito populations this May and June. Don't wait until you get bit to start your summer maintenance efforts to keep pesky ... Read More >
Celebrate Arbor Day with the Oldest Trees in Washington, DC
Before there was the infamous Earth Day there was Arbor Day! Arbor Day began in the 1870s in Nebraska when one man simply wanted to see more trees around his town. Over 1,000,000 trees were planted ... Read More >