Winter Tree Evaluation
A common question I’ve heard in my time as a professional arborist is “What do you do in the winter months?”Continue Reading
We Care for Trees ALL Year
While many green industry businesses slow down or shut down during the winter, Wachtel Tree Science continues working year-round...Continue Reading
Phytophthora (Pronounced ‘Fi-TOFF-thor-uh’)
Time for a quick self-guided inspection of your trees. IF you have an Oak, Maple, Birch, or Beech, go out and look at the lower trunk of the tree, up to about 4 feet off the ground...Continue Reading
Age Is Just a Number… Of Tree Rings
How old is this tree? How long will it live? These questions are difficult to answer, as many factors contribute to tree size and age...Continue Reading
2026 Diagnostic Forecast
It is that time of the year again, to review all of the data and observations from the last couple of years, to remember what happened, how trees responded, and how they will likely respond in the coming year...Continue Reading
Employee Story: Rachel Nelson
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
Understanding the Impact of Drought on Your Trees
As we navigate the shifting landscapes of our environment, it becomes increasingly vital to address the challenges our trees face. One more pressing concern is the impact of drought on our green companions. Continue Reading
Spongy Moth Update
The winter of 2023-2024 was Wisconsin’s warmest on record, worrying many whose properties had endured recent Spongy Moth outbreaks, as a warmer winter can improve pest survivability, leading to another year of heavy defoliation...Continue Reading
Early and Often Wins the Race
Homeowners often want to know, “What is a low maintenance, fast-growing shade tree for my yard?”. An honest arborist would respond with a few ideas, but there would be hesitation regarding the “low maintenance” part of the initial question...Continue Reading
90 Years and Counting
In 2025, Wachtel Tree Science celebrates a significant milestone: our 90th anniversary! Since 1935, we have been dedicated to keeping trees healthy and beautiful, a mission inspired by our founder Larry Wachtel's passion for scientific tree care...Continue Reading