
Mystery Oak Tree Decline
If you have been seeing a lot of decline in your large trees oak trees this week you are not alone. Our Arborists have been noting an excessive amount of large trees, especially Oaks, showing symptoms of decline. Although the decline may seem like a mystery, it is most likely cause by an accumulation of different issues/stressors that your tree has suffered from in the past 3-5 years. Symptoms Of Decline: Dieback at…

Dogwood Anthracnose: Dogwoods Aren’t In The Clear Yet!
Dogwood Anthracnose is a very common and visually unappealing disease to which the Cornus florida is extremely susceptible. Cornus florida, commonly known as the flowering Dogwood, is very common in our area and is even Virginia’s state tree. Now days, we utilize Dogwoods for their aesthetic appeal; however, during the American Civil War they were best known for their bark which was used to make tea to treat pain and fevers. Dogwoods were also used extensively in traditional…

Emerald Ash Borer: Death Sentence For Your Tree
If you have an ash tree you may have noticed small green flying insects attacking your tree. This insect is called the Emerald Ash Borer and has been labeled the most destructive pest in America. Most of the Emerald Ash Borer’s lifespan is spent in the larva stage where they feed on your trees. However, this is the time of year that adult borers emerge from your Ash trees to mate. Right now and for the…