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Tree Disease Spotlight: Black Knot

Tree Disease Spotlight: Black Knot

Black knot is a fungal tree disease that mostly affects plum and cherry tree species. A black knot infection is worst during spring when the wind carries spores to nearby trees, killing them. Learn how to control this disease and prevent its spread. Read more

How to Save Money on Tree Removal

How to Save Money on Tree Removal

Tree removal can be pricey, especially if the tree is large or located in an unsafe location. But there are ways to get your final costs down if you’re willing to do a bit of legwork and investigation. Here’s how to save money when removing a tree. Read more

Soil Care Equals Healthy Tree Growth

Soil Care Equals Healthy Tree Growth

A tree is as healthy as the soil in which it grows. There are a number of factors that contribute to healthy soil, so routine maintenance and testing are vital to its health, as well as the health of your trees. Learn more here. Read more

Five Tips on Fruit Tree Pruning

Five Tips on Fruit Tree Pruning

Annual pruning is recommended for keeping your fruit tree healthy. Regular pruning improves a tree's fruit production, stimulates growth, and enhances its appearance and overall health. Learn five helpful tips for proper fruit tree pruning. Read more

Cabling and bracing are popular ways of providing a tree with structural support. Branches and limbs can become so heavy that the trunk cannot support their weight. Cabling and bracing can help maintain a tree’s structural integrity. Learn more here. Read more

Five Reasons for Tree Removal

Five Reasons for Tree Removal

Trees are beautiful and, for the most part, valuable assets to any property. Though most certified arborists advise alternatives to avoid tree removal, sometimes a tree just has to go. Here are five reasons why a tree should probably be removed. Read more