Tree Care Information from Experienced Certified Arborists

The moment a tree seed touches the ground is pivotal for its development. If the environment is inhospitable (too hot or dry, water logged, low organic matter, or poor oxygen levels), then the first root may not succeed.

The sun is shining, and the snow has melted. It’s the perfect time to get outside, walk the yard and begin to analyze your property. Before your trees begin to start growing again, you’ll typically notice your evergreens are either looking very dense or quite thin.

As human beings we tend to be curious. Our society continuously gathers information about many different subjects. While we increase our knowledge of these subjects our understanding of them improves.

It’s no secret that Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) has had devastating effects throughout Wisconsin the past several years. This left many homeowners and municipalities with a difficult decision and only three options stated in our newsletter.

Wachtel Tree Science’s new soil evaluation has had a very successful first year with over 30 tests done already! Sampling can help us make the best management decision for your trees. Here are a handful of success stories.

As fall approaches, many look to improve the appearance and durability of their lawn. A tried and true way to help do this is by applying a winterizer product that builds strong roots in advance of oncoming winter stresses so that the lawn will recover quickly in spring.

Why would anyone think of requesting a tree inventory? It seems like a lot of effort and energy involved just to collect some information for trees on a property. I recognize that train of thought, though considers these points prior to dismissing an inventory.

I started working at Wachtel Tree Science in the mid-1990s. Our location was small with barely enough space. Our equipment was functional but in need of upgrading. Our culture was focused on the day at hand and getting the job done.

Pruning trees within the first few years of planting them is a critical first step. Early pruning removes problematic branches and corrects branches when they are small (less than 1’’ in diameter). This reduces the size of the pruning wounds, which promotes the tree’s ability to seal over.

Each year I field a number of questions from clients. One common question that I am asked is, “Can my tree die if I don’t have it pruned?” Technically it can.

Effective property landscape management begins with knowledge of what you have. This is especially true when you consider the trees growing on the properties you manage. Consulting arborists can help!