Tree Care Information from Experienced Certified Arborists

At Wachtel Tree Science, we are always working to improve our clients’ experience. Take a look at the details of two of our recent improvements.

Just like with your own health, soil testing is also beneficial as part of a routine check-up. Learn how Wachtel Tree Science uses soil evaluations to care for your trees.

Now is the time of year when you will be receiving plant health care recommendations for the coming year.  The recommendations are designed to specifically for your trees to help keep them healthy and beautiful.

One of the ways we strive to provide excellent service is through ongoing training and education. Learn about the programs we are involved in.

When apple scab infects a tree, it is not seen until it’s too late to correct for the year. The result is often a mostly bare tree and leaves scattering your yard already in summer. Learn about proper treatment.

The thoroughness of the little of Viburnum Leaf Beetle larvae's ability to chew off seemingly every last green part of leaf from Viburnum shrubs is astounding. 

We are excited to announce that we now offer email invoicing and online payment.

Our own Dave Scharfenberger has received the “Outstanding Alumnus Award” from UW-Stevens Points College of Natural Resources!

At times, things you cannot see can be a problem. Certainly, tree root issues fall into this category. Stem girdling roots (SGR’s) and circling roots are not always visible and are a type of root issue that can cause big troubles for a tree.

It has been nearly 30 years since a polar vortex of this magnitude hit our area. Back then, that cold snap had actual temperatures of minus 28 and minus 30 degrees over 2 consecutive days that were critical. The polar vortex from this winter reached minus 26 degrees for at least 2 days. Both events did considerable damage to susceptible trees, shrubs and perennials.

The Fourth of July holiday is a day that we often spend enjoying beautiful summer weather outside with family and friends. You may have spent the holiday weekend sitting on the patio, and soaking in sunshine. While the Fourth of July is a day to celebrate our freedoms, it is also closely correlated with the emergence of a frustrating landscape pest. Japanese Beetles.

The Fall Season is probably my favorite time of year. The blessing of the change in temperature and humidity, baseball playoffs, Packers season starting, and the changes in leaf color are all part of what makes fall special in Wisconsin.