
The “Hunt” Is On For Spotted Lanternfies
It’s official, researchers at Virginia Tech spotted the first Spotted Lanternfly egg hatch for 2020 on April 22nd. This means that homeowners throughout DC, MD, and VA should start to keep an eye out for Spotted Lanternfly nymphs on their trees, shrubs, and vines in the upcoming weeks. Read on to learn what the Spotted Lanternfly is, how it damages plants, and how you as a homeowner can help us track the spread of this…

Busted! 7 Most Common Tree Care Myths Debunked
With so much information in the world today it is hard for homeowners to figure out what is true and what is not, especially in a complicated industry such as tree care. There are a lot of unsafe practices and wives tales out there that are outdated and dangerous to trees and the people who live in their proximity. Don’t get fooled by the 7 tree care myths below. Myth 1: All Insects Are Bad…

Tree Scale Scare In Northern Va, Maryland, and DC
Tree Scale On Your Northern Va, Maryland, or DC Tree? If you have been noticing small little bumps on your trees and shrubs branches and stems you might have a tree scale infestation. Our Arborists warn that Northern Va, Maryland, and DC are getting hit hard by scale this spring. Earlier today our Arborist saw a whole line of neighborhood trees in McLean suffering from bad tree scale infestations. In this article we will talk about…

My Shrubs Are Turning Black / Brown
My Shrubs Are Turning Black/Brown : Learn What’s Causing The Problem And How To Fix It! My Shrubs Are Turning Black: In 90% of cases of shrubs turning black, the cause is a fungus commonly known as Sooty Mold. Sooty Mold is a fungus that grows on the excretions of a plant-sucking insect. In small amounts, Sooty mold is typically not harmful, but in large amounts, it can coat leaves of your shrubs to the point…

Sap Dripping From Trees
Do you have sap dripping from trees? Many homeowners have trouble with sap dripping off of their trees onto their cars and walkways. This sticky substance can be difficult to remove, accumulate dirt, and attract flies and other annoying insects. What most homeowners will be surprised to learn is that this sticky substance isn’t sap at all. The substance is Honeydew, and despite the name it has no relation to the fruit. Honeydew is the…