
Are Your Evergreen Shrubs (Azaleas, Boxwoods, etc.) Turning Brown/Yellow?
Many homeowners that didn’t protect their Evergreens with Anti-Desiccants this winter are starting to see the signs of Winter Burn. Our Arborists report seeing a lot of shrubs around the DC Metro area suffering from winter burn and getting a lot of calls from clients that are experiencing winter burn on their shrubs. Susceptible Species: Winter burn is commonly seen on Boxwoods and Azaleas in our area; however, hollies, rhododendrons, cherry laurels, and aucuba are…

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 There are a lot of unsafe practices and wives tales out there that are outdated and dangerous to trees and the people who live in their proximity.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…

3 New Year’s Resolutions for You and Your Trees
44% of Americans make New Year’s resolutions. 99.9% of the time these resolutions are to improve ourselves; however, did you know some of the most common new year’s resolutions could help your trees as well? We’ve compiled 3 New Year’s resolutions that can help your trees in 2020. 1. Reduce Stress When it comes to stress, humans and trees are very similar. Prolonged stress can lead to decreases in vigor, increased susceptibility to illnesses, and…

Tips For Winter Watering
Most homeowners don’t think about watering their trees in the colder months but it’s actually one of the most important aspects of caring for a tree in winter. In fact, most of winter damage isn’t caused by low temperatures, it’s caused by a lack of water and it will affect the tree all year long. Lack of water during the winter months can cause winter burn in late winter, less growth in the spring, dieback…

4 Essentials For Soil Health
Soil is one of the most important but most commonly overlooked component when it comes to the health and maintenance of a tree or shrub. Overtime soil issues can cause an overall drop in your tree’s health, increased susceptibility to pests, early leaf drop, and discoloration of leaves. The most common of these issues include soil compaction, lack of nutrients, girdling roots, and lack of moisture. To prevent these issues and keep your soil healthy…