Wisconsin Ash Tree Mortality
The emerald ash borer has been around for years, yet ash trees in Wisconsin continue to go untreated. If there is a case of EAB in your area, the likeliness if dead ash trees climbs exponentially.Continue Reading
Employee Story: Ryan Rodefer
Meet Ryan Rodefer, one of our Crew Leaders/Safety Coordinator and ISA Certified Arborist. Get to know Ryan and learn why he enjoys working at Wachtel Tree Science.Continue Reading
More on the Invasive Emerald Ash Borer
A whole host of other ash that “don’t look too bad” to the casual observer have significantly thinned out. The damage continues to happen and some people are noticing, but the vast majority of people still have not. This is a dangerous combination.Continue Reading
Emerald Ash Borer – What’s Your Plan?
If you are waiting for EAB to officially be confirmed in your municipality before you make a management decision, the insect is already way ahead of you. With each new EAB find, research has consistently shown that EAB has already been in the area for 3 to 5 years.Continue Reading
Why Should I Care for My Trees?
Well what do you think? Do trees need our help? I was first introduced to this line of thinking early in my career as people would ask me, “Why do I need to treat my trees?”Continue Reading
The Benefits Of Hiring A Certified Arborist
Proper tree care is an investment that can lead to significant return. Healthy, attractive trees not only enhance the appearance of your property but add value as well. However, properly maintaining the trees and shrubs around your residential or commercial property requires a certain level of expertise and plenty of time...Continue Reading
Dormant Season Structural Pruning: Why My Trees Need It
Harsh Wisconsin winters aren’t typically ideal for several activities. However, in arboriculture, winter is the perfect time to perform maintenance that keep your trees and shrubs strong and healthy year round. Because trees become dormant during winter, it makes it easier for arborists to identify and handle the structure of a tree. Lighter limbs and branches...Continue Reading
Winter Property Tours: Tree Inspections
Inspecting your trees during spring, summer and fall can help detect issues that directly affect a tree’s health. Problems caused by insects and disease can be found when trees are active. However, winter is the perfect time to identify issues regarding the structure of a tree because leaves aren’t present during winter...Continue Reading
Tree Cabling and Bracing for Winter
The snow storms that we experience here in Wisconsin are both beautiful and hazardous. In the same regard, snow building up on trees is something that can cause serious issues to their structure. In addition, structural failure of branches, trunks and roots can lead to bigger problems like property damage and injuries to people...Continue Reading
Repurposing Your Old Christmas Tree
Buying a real Christmas tree for your home enhances the holiday experience. You get to select the tree that you want and can even opt to cut it down yourself! Once your tree is set up and decorated, your space begins to fill with the scent of fresh pine. But what happens to your tree once the holiday season is over?...Continue Reading