Archive for Month: July 2015
Oak Trees
Oak trees are commonly one of the last trees to loose its leaves in the fall. If you should happen to notice early and/or significant die off, please call immediately as Oak wilt can kill a full grown tree in weeks.
Birch Trees
Bronze Birch Borer
Beech Trees
Healthy Diseased
Ash Trees
Susceptible to: Anthracnose – can cause significant defoliation and twig death. Symptoms include brown areas on leaves, cankers on branches and trunk Ash Yellows – Most commonly found in White and Green Ash trees. Causes leaves to yellow and develop early fall color. The Ash tree may lose leaves and […]
Tree Planting Tips
Select appropriate species for the site. Different species of trees will require different amounts of moisture, sunlight, soil nutrients and space. Selecting a tree that matches your chosen location means less maintenance in the future. For safety locate underground utilities before digging. If the species you have selected grows tall […]
Knapweed
Knapweed Spotted knapweed (Centaurea stoebe) is an invasive plant native to Southeastern Europe. Diffuse knapweed (Centaurea diffusa) is also invasive in Michigan. Knapweeds are perennials, living two or more years, and beginning flowering in the second year. Knapweeds invade dry prairies, meadows, and dunes, as well as agricultural fields and […]
Proper Pruning Cuts
Each cut has the potential to change the growth of the tree. You must always have a purpose in mind when making a cut. Proper technique is critical as improperly placed cuts can cause long lasting damage. Trees do not heal in the same way as people, rather a wounded tree walls off the […]