This spring, winter damage manifested in an abundance of ways...Continue Reading
The Elm Zigzag Sawfly
A new pest has emerged in the Wisconsin landscape last summer. Elm Zigzag Sawfly was confirmed in several counties across the state, according to a UW Extension report...Continue Reading
Woodchip Mulch: How it Nourishes and Protects Your Soil
Did you know that mulching the root zone of your trees is one of the best ways to improve their health? Properly applied mulch offers numerous benefits, including weed suppression, moisture retention, temperature regulation, and nutrient addition...Continue Reading
Understanding the Impact of Drought on Your Trees
As we navigate the shifting landscapes of our environment, it becomes increasingly vital to address the challenges our trees face. One more pressing concern is the impact of drought on our green companions. Continue Reading
Early and Often Wins the Race
Homeowners often want to know, “What is a low maintenance, fast-growing shade tree for my yard?”. An honest arborist would respond with a few ideas, but there would be hesitation regarding the “low maintenance” part of the initial question...Continue Reading
Diagnostic Forecast
The big snowstorm in January and its after math certainly dominates the big picture and has laid down a few hair-pin turns as we navigate a new year’s tree and landscape season..Continue Reading
Preventive Vs. Reactive Tree Care
It’s very common for a homeowner to wait for an issue to develop before taking action. Unfortunately, waiting until a problem becomes visible can wind up being very costly and destructive...Continue Reading
Is It Time for Reduction Pruning?
One of the more concerning symptoms is tip dieback, where the tree struggles to push growth at its outermost branch ends, or even starts to defoliate from those ends during the growing season...Continue Reading
Uncovering the Hidden Roots of Tree Health
As a Certified Arborist, I love diving into the stories of trees and their connection to your property. Recently, I had the opportunity to review two 100-year-old white oaks on the south side of Pewaukee Lake whose tale unfolded in a fascinating way...Continue Reading
Wet Feet
Water from snow melt, excess seasonal rainfall, and overland drainage settling into the lowest area(s) of a property can cause a common spring experience—temporarily wet areas in the yard...Continue Reading