Tree Care Information from Experienced Certified Arborists

One might think that a too wet period followed by a too dry period should cancel out each other and end up with a decent or at least a tolerable situation but this is definitely not the case.

Once a distant memory of the past, the opportunity to plant an Emerald Ash Borer, one of the most well adapted trees for growing in urban and suburban conditions, has returned. 

One of the largest stresses for trees is drought conditions that make trees more susceptible to attack by insects.

The only way to understand soil issues is to dig a little deeper and get frequent soil testing to help prevent future issues.

From the title, you may be thinking of the health of yourself, a loved one, or a pet but the same ideas and concepts can be applied to the health of your trees.

If a “more normal” pattern of rainfall awaits us, it will begin to reduce the disease pressure that has buffeted our trees for the last 5 or 6 years.

Wachtel’s staff of Certified Arborists want to help ensure the health and longevity of your new tree(s).

If you see that your tree is sprouting leaves but some of the branches are drooping and may even appear to be dead; your tree may have Fireblight.

Trees provide clues through the way in which they grow and Arborists learn to interpret these clues to provide care options to the tree owner.

Fall is a great opportunity to get outside to look over your trees and shrubs.

A pruning schedule is recommended because much like cleaning and decluttering, that mess tends to return over time.

Before winter takes its grip, there are some important measures you can take to ensure your evergreens thrive and survive during this.