Tree Care Information and Resources

At Wachtel Tree Science, we believe it is important to provide our clients with information that will help them monitor tree care throughout the year. With the unpredictable weather in Wisconsin, we help you navigate exactly what to expect from your trees and what they need during each season. We have created this resource center to expand the knowledge of common tree care concerns which can help keep your trees healthy and beautiful.

Our Tree Care Tip blog offers information and advice on a wide range of topics including diseases, pests, and weather related concerns. Additionally, the Tree Disease and Pest galleries are available to help you identify possible issues that may be affecting the health and aesthetics of your landscape. Our newsletter archive provides seasonal information that is specific to the issues our arborists have observed in the field. The Seasonal Tree Care calendar offers a general guideline of the recommended timing of plant health care services and treatments. Use these resources as a guide to keep you knowledgeable about your tree care. Contact our Certified Arborists for a professional assessment of your tree care concerns.

Seasonal Tree Care Calendar

Living in Wisconsin, we all know that it will feel like summer one day and could be snowing the next day. It’s no wonder why tree and plant care is so tricky to stay up to date on. This is where our Certified Arborists come in, they know what can be expected and when to expect it. Our Tree Care Calendar uses a combination of science and professional experience to help you determine the best time to treat your trees. There are different treatments for different times of the year as there are different diseases that arise each season. Take a look at our Tree Care Calendar to you know what to look out for and when to expect it.

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Tree Care Tips Blog

Our Tree Care Tips blog serves as a place for customers to research and learn about proper health for their trees and plants. Be in the know on tree diseases and pests, seasonality changes, proper maintenance, and other topics we feel are important to you. Whether you have a bare landscape you’re looking to enhance or a variety of trees, shrubs, and plants that you want to properly maintain, there is something you’ll learn. We are dedicated to providing you education in order to keep Southeastern Wisconsin looking beautiful! Topics range from tree and plant health care, insect control, fertilization, planting, pruning, diseases, quick tips, and more.

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​Common Tree Diseases in Wisconsin

If you're noticing your tree doesn't look quite right, chances are that you are correct. We've listed out the most popular tree diseases that we find including photos of what to look for and common treatment options. To be absolutely sure of the health of your tree, it is important to contact our arborists right away. They will be able to answer any questions you have regarding your tree's condition and offer suggestions on how to bring it back to health. Remember, the earlier you treat your tree the better chances there are of preserving it. We will absolutely do everything we can to protect its beauty and shade it offers your home or business.

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Common Wisconsin Tree Insects

While it is still essential to have a Certified Arborist diagnose your unique tree health concerns in person, this tree pest gallery is a great way to identify possible issues affecting your sick or dying tree. After diagnosing your tree, we will do everything we can to bring it back to health for years to come. Common tree pests include Emerald Ash Borer, Gypsy Moth, Honey Locust Leafhopper, Japanese Beetle, and the Zimmerman Pine Moth. All of these pests can create damaging affects to your tree if not properly cared for early on. Some trees will be weakened and become susceptible to other insect infestations while others absolutely will not survive without treatment. See the affects these pests can cause and symptoms to look for in our Tree Pest Gallery.

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Our Newsletters

In addition to our Tree Care Tips blog, we offer The Plant Doctor's Seasonal Report as a bonus way to educate our customers on proper tree and plant health. Get expert information in every newsletter that is carefully written by our Board Certified Aborists. Take a look at our past newsletters or sign up to receive emails on future updates. If landscaping isn't really your thing, that's exactly why we are here! We'll bring you updates on what you can look for to detect tree concerns, quick tips on how to best preserve your trees and plants, and other industry and company updates. Some of our most recent topics included The Best Time to Prune, Obedience Training for Trees, and Plotting Your Trees.

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