Tree Surgeon has become an antiquated term in the tree industry, but it accurately describes the care modern arborists give to trees. Careful and accurate cuts into the live wood, diagnosing disease to make sure trees get the proper remedy, and even drilling through the tree to add metal hardware...Continue Reading
Rays of sunlight danced cheerfully about as a gentle summer breeze led the broad crown of an ancient white oak in a spectacular backyard ballroom dance. The proud owners of this monarch tree recently installed a rustic patio under it to give them an attractive outdoor space where they can bask in its splendor...Continue Reading
At Wachtel Tree Science, we believe one of the keys to thriving trees and shrubs is what is below ground. That’s why we offer Compost Tea, an organic soil treatment that improves soil health and supports stronger, more resilient plants...Continue Reading
Trees have a way of connecting us to time and each other. Trees remind us of the past, help us look into the future and help us recognize the ongoing cycle of life. There are so many trees I love, and each one is special in its own way...Continue Reading
That time after summer and before winter might just be my favorite season of the year. The cooler days and nights after the heat of summer, the memories of picking apples from an orchard with family, and the disappearance of mosquitos are especially welcome this time of year...Continue Reading
Meet our Plant Health Care Assistant Manager, Rachel Nelson! Get to know Rachel's role at Wachtel Tree Science and why she loves working here.Continue Reading
Planting a new tree is exciting, and taking care of your newly planted trees can be easy once you’re familiar with the basics. This aftercare can be broken into two time frames: initial care in the first year, and then the longer-term care that comes in the years that follow.Continue Reading
Trees have had their share of problems this year: • Diminishing root systems due to recent alternating drought and wet conditions. Root rots have taken advantage of this weather pattern favoring their development and advance...Continue Reading
Wachtel Tree Science characterizes greatness as, “to be as good as we can be and better than we have been.” Continuing education and training are foundational to this and we congratulate those employees who have earned their ISA Certification so far this year...Continue Reading
At its core, science is about asking testable questions and exploring potential answers. As an ISA Certified Arborist, I find this approach invaluable in our quest to understand and care for trees more effectively...Continue Reading