Tree Care Information from Experienced Certified Arborists
Wachtel’s newsletter, The Plant Doctor’s Seasonal Report, brings you the most important and up to date seasonal tree care information throughout the year. This is where our Certified Arborists share their experience and passion for all aspects of the tree care industry. From preventative plant health care topics like the Emerald Ash Borer epidemic to daily happenings at the Wachtel office, The Plant Doctor’s Seasonal Report keeps you informed.
Read below to see the most up to date tree care information from our Wachtel staff of Certified Arborists and tree care specialists. For even more information on important tree care, take a look at the various tree care resources available in our digital resource center.
Improving the Client Experience
Winter 2020
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.
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Improved Soil Evaluation at Wachtel
Winter 2020
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.
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Why is it a Prescription Letter?
Winter 2020
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.
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Always Striving to Be Better
Winter 2020
One of the ways we strive to provide excellent service is through ongoing training and education. Learn about the programs we are involved in.
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What Comes After April showers?
Winter 2020
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.
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The Plate Cleaner’s Club
Winter 2020
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.
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Now Available! E-Invoicing and Online Payment
Summer 2019
We are excited to announce that we now offer email invoicing and online payment.
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Dave Scharfenberger Receives Outstanding Alumnus Award
Summer 2019
Our own Dave Scharfenberger has received the “Outstanding Alumnus Award” from UW-Stevens Points College of Natural Resources!
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Your Tree Will Thank You
Summer 2019
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.
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The Aftermath of the Polar Vortex
Summer 2019
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.
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Summer Yard Crashers
Summer 2019
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.
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Fall Color Spectacular
Summer 2019
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.
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