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.
New Pest on the Horizon
Summer 2024
Spotted Lanternfly (SLF) is an invasive species originating from China. Pennsylvania was the first state to detect the insect in 2014. The population of SLF rapidly spread to neighboring states and is now making its way through the Midwest...
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Cambistat: More Than Just A Growth Regulator
Summer 2024
Limiting canopy growth can be useful in many cases: trees under electrical wires, trees close to buildings, construction damage, and urban trees with limited root zones...
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PHC Curveball: Fungus Weather
Summer 2024
We’ve had it again: the kind of weather that breaks records. Three years ago, we had a record-breaking wet spring; this spring has broken that record...
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Employee Story: Micah Stege
Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter 2024
Meet Micah Stege, our ISA Certified Arborist . Get to know Micah and learn why he enjoys working at Wachtel Tree Science.
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In-House Training, Out on a Limb
2024
Wachtel Tree Science teaches a college level course, in-house! One of Wachtel’s values is ongoing education to cultivate our expertise as arborists, and our passionate staff designs and delivers training on all levels...
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Managing Your Trees After A Winter Storm
2024
Winter in Southeast Wisconsin is often picturesque, with snow-covered landscapes creating a winter wonderland. However, contrasting this scenic beauty, winter can also create problems for trees and shrubs..
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Employee Story: Avery Pollard
Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter 2024
Meet Avery Pollard, our Production Arborist. Get to know Avery and learn why she enjoys working at Wachtel Tree Science.
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Employee Story: Andrew Linsmeyer
Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter 2024
Meet Andrew Linsmeyer, our Crew Leader. Get to know Andrew and learn what he enjoys about working at Wachtel Tree Science.
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Employee Story: RJ Busch
Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter 2024
Meet RJ Busch, our Diagnostic Arborist. Get to know RJ and learn why he enjoys working at Wachtel Tree Science.
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Employee Story: Abby Weide
Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter 2024
Meet Abby Weide, our Administrative Assistant. Get to know Abby and learn why she enjoys working at Wachtel Tree Science.
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Structural Pruning
Winter 2024
Whether you’re training a young tree or managing a mature tree, structural pruning is a crucial practice that can help in sustaining the heath and aesthetics of your tree. This technique involves carefully removing certain branches to optimize the overall structure and growth of the tree.
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How to Identify & Treat Tree Fungus in Wisconsin
Spring, Summer 2024
A simple guide on tree fungus diseases commonly found in Wisconsin. Learn how to identify and treat your infected trees to keep them healthy. View our guide.
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