Tree Care Information from Experienced Certified Arborists

What is a CTSP and what are they doing in my yard? CTSP is short for Certified Tree Safety Professional and to become a CTSP one must have field experience and safety responsibility (i.e. crew leader, trainer, safety committee member, emergency responder).

I can remember like it was yesterday. I was full of knowledge and ready to tackle the world. This was the first day of my career. It was full of many emotions, the most vivid of which was a genuine fear.

Planting trees is one of the most rewarding endeavors a person can undertake. The benefits of trees are many! Planting, nourishing, and watching a tree grow is a very emotionally gratifying experience.

Spring has come and gone signaling another growing season. As the trees develop new leaves, the insects that feed on them also emerge to begin their cycle of life all over again.

Working as an arborist for Wachtel Tree Science means a love and passion for all types of plants. From the tall majestic trees down to delicate flowers below.

Many of our clients not only love and care for their trees, but also strive to make their property unique and special. One particular client, who wishes to stay anonymous, has spent many years cultivating a small urban lot into something very special.

When should my ash tree be treated? This question is one of the most common that we hear. It sounds so simple and yet it is actually a very complicated question.

At Wachtel Tree Science, we consistently make it a point to pursue ongoing education within our company. In previous years, this has been achieved by attending multiple company-wide winter meetings with the ultimate goal of improved safety procedures, interdepartmental communication, and innovation in all parts of the company.

As we start to turn the corner from winter to spring, we look forward to all the benefits that spring has to offer. The robin and cardinal’s songs begin to set the outdoor background music ushering in the spring.

Human beings are emotionally connected to nature, and for our sake; Trees. At the recent Wisconsin Arborist Association conference two researchers provided details of this connection between trees and people.

Communication is an important part in any business, and doing tree work is no different. Doing tree work tends to be very noisy due to the saws, chippers, or other equipment that is being used for the job.

Wachtel Tree Science has always been known to approach tree care in a scientific way, that’s why science is in our name! So it is that time again when you will be receiving our yearly plant health care recommendations.