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Hurricane Dorian: What Comes After?
Hurricane Dorian is now behind us and the cleanup has begun. Now that you have had time to regroup and assess any damage, how did

Common Tree Pruning Mistake – Cutting off Too Much
Many species of trees need to be pruned once every few years. However, some trees will indeed grow faster than others. If this is the
Summer Drought
If you haven’t noticed, it’s hot outside. This heat is affecting more than just you and I; your trees and shrubs feel it too! Trees

Why Are My Trees Already Showing Their Fall Colors?
Have you noticed any trees in your yard or neighborhood that are beginning to turn Fall colors within the last month, even though we have

How an Arborist Can Protect Your Trees from Lightning Damage
When the weather is warm there is always a chance for thunderstorms. If you have a valuable or beloved tree on your property, you may

3 Things Soil Aeration Can Do for Your Trees and Shrubs
Lawn aeration is often marketed as a lawn care service that’s specifically for your grass. Aeration tools poke holes in your lawn’s soil to break

Fall Webworms
If you’ve taken a walk around your neighborhood recently, you may have seen some “spiderwebs” on the branches of the trees. Don’t be fooled; those

Trimming and Pruning Your Trees
Having healthy trees on your property is more than just a matter of aesthetics. A tree can often live for generations, which makes them a

The Demise of the Boxwood
First, it was Boxwood Dieback, then Boxwood Decline, then Boxwood Mites, Winter Burn, Nematodes, and finally Boxwood Blight. This time it’s for real! Boxwood Blight is an extremely dangerous disease that will kill and spread to

3 Tips for Bringing Shrubs Back to Life After a Long Winter
After a long winter, you may be thinking of what you can do to improve your landscaping and make the front of your home look

Can You Trim Palm Trees?
While palms don’t do well in more northern states, in the southern United States which have the climate to support them, they are a treasure

3 Basic Steps to Care for Your Decorative Shrubs
Decorative shrubs add a nice look to your landscape all year long. If you want to improve the look of your landscape and home you

The Art of Espalier Pruning
Espalier is one of the most artistic types of pruning. This pruning method encourages a tree or shrub to grow against a flat surface, wall,

Neighborhood Arborist Near Me
Developing a beautiful yard takes a bit of money and even more time as we wait for trees and shrubs to grow and mature. Some

Pick the Right Trees for Your Parking Lot Medians
Parking lot medians are the perfect space to introduce more landscaping beauty and appeal. Shoppers are attracted to green, well-maintained spaces. Trees can provide the

How to Protect Your Trees from Woodpeckers
Usually, hosting a variety of birds in your trees is half the joy of having them. But some birds are considered unwelcomed guests, and woodpeckers

What is Scale and How Do You Treat It?
What is Scale? Scale is a type of insect, but it differentiates itself from other insects in distinct ways. There are two forms of scale:

When to Prune Spring Shrubs for Bountiful Blooms
The Golden Rule When Pruning Spring-Blooming Shrubs Spring-blooming shrubs flower on the previous year’s wood. Prune just after the display fades to assure they’ll form

War On Callery Pear
With all the initiative to create more green space and increase the urban canopy, it’s rare to read stories about cutting trees down; that’s the

How To Love Your Shrubs
Shrubs do much more than hide the building foundation of your home or business. They provide screening, enclose spaces, guide movement, and enhance your property

Basic Tips for Healthy Shrubs
Shrubs are a great way to add beauty and dimension to your yard, and most can thrive for decades with a little know-how and basic

Soil-Applied Insect Control
What Is It? Soil-Applied Insect Control is an application focused on controlling insects as they hatch during the Spring, Summer, and even the Fall season.

Tree Pruning Helps Trees From Root to Leaf
If you have never pruned your trees, then chances are they are in dire need of it. For some, tree pruning is simply removing branches

3 Examples of Potentially Dangerous Trees
Different types of trees have varying thresholds of strength against strong winds. In general, weak-wooded trees don’t stand up well to windy conditions. And these trees