New Pest on the Horizon
Spotted Lanternfly (SLF) is an invasive species originating from China. Pennsylvania was the first state to detect the insect in 2014. The population of SLF rapidly spread to neighboring states and is now making its way through the Midwest!Continue Reading
Cambistat: More Than Just A Growth Regulator
Limiting canopy growth can be useful in many cases: trees under electrical wires, trees close to buildings, construction damage, and urban trees with limited root zones.Continue Reading
Managing Your Trees After A Winter Storm
Winter in Southeast Wisconsin is often picturesque, with snow-covered landscapes creating a winter wonderland. However, contrasting this scenic beauty, winter can also create problems for trees and shrubs. Snow and ice accumulations during a winter storm can cause significant damage to your landscaping, necessitating careful pruning, cabling, or even removal and replacement to maintain the beauty of your property. This article will explore the options for managing the effects of snow and ice damage on trees and shrubs and explore the best practices for their care.Continue Reading
How to Identify & Treat Tree Fungus in Wisconsin
A simple guide on tree fungus diseases commonly found in Wisconsin. Learn how to identify and treat your infected trees to keep them healthy. View our guide.Continue Reading
Pruning Large Maple Trees: Unlocking Their Full Potential
Pruning large maple trees is not just a necessity but a key to unlocking their full potential. Learn why pruning is essential and the benefits it provides. Continue Reading
Being Your Tree’s Advocate
Nature cannot speak for or represent itself, so it becomes our duty to support them to the best of our ability. Your trees representation starts with you! You can best advocate for your tree by knowing a few basics about them. Starting you can gather a lot of information by knowing the family or genus of your tree.Continue Reading
One Gall, Two Gall, Red Gall, Blue Gall
Like something out of a children’s story book, galls come in many different shapes and sizes. Galls are also a common type of damage affecting tree leaves, needles, and/or twigs. Their size and shape can range from pointy to round and small or large. The color of a gall can be a simple brown, a bright red, or even blue. This leaf damage can be quite visible and easy to search for too!Continue Reading
Pruning vs. Trimming: Understanding the Key Differences and Importance in Tree Care
Maintaining healthy and aesthetically pleasing trees is a crucial aspect of landscaping and can significantly impact the overall appeal of your property. You may have heard the words “trimming” and “pruning” used interchangeably, but they are two different tree maintenance practices which serve distinct purposes. In this guide, we will delve into the differences between pruning and trimming and highlight their individual importance in tree care.Continue Reading