Cutting Edge Tree Professionals Blog
**Grass vs Tree Competition: Who Wins for Resources **
by Kevin Decipolo | Aug 26, 2026 | Caring for Environment, Seasonal Care, Tree Care
Learn why grass and trees compete for water and nutrients, how to spot the signs, and what Pennsylvania’s Certified Arborists at Cutting Edge Tree Professionals recommend to protect your trees.
Why Are Tree Leaves Changing Color Early in Summer?
by Kevin Decipolo | Aug 26, 2026 | Seasonal Care, Tree Care
Tree leaves changing color early in Summer indicate stress, not seasonal change. Cutting Edge Tree Professionals diagnoses root injury and drought damage.
Bagworms Are Easy to Miss in June — Until Arborvitae Starts Turning Brown
by Kevin Decipolo | Jul 2, 2026 | Plant and Tree Disease
Protect arborvitae from browning by learning to spot bagworms early. Timely intervention can save your trees and maintain their health and beauty.
Protect Your Tree Leaves: Tips for Late Frost Prevention
by Jake Allegar | May 21, 2026 | Tree Care
Protect your tree leaves from late frost with essential tips. Learn effective strategies to safeguard your plants and ensure a thriving garden all year round.
How to Know If Your Tree Made It Through Winter
by Kevin Decipolo | Apr 8, 2026 | Seasonal Care, Tree Care, Tree Trends
Learn expert tips to assess if your tree has survived winter. Identify signs of damage and ensure your trees thrive this spring with proper care techniques.
Is Your Landscaper Putting Your Trees at Risk?
by Kevin Decipolo | Apr 8, 2026 | Tree Care, Tree Trends
Ensure peace of mind with professional tree services in State College, PA. Understand risks, avoid common tree trimming mistakes, and maintain safe landscapes.
Pennsylvania Mulching Guide for a Healthier Spring
by Cutting Edge Tree Professionals | Mar 26, 2026 | Seasonal Care, Gardening, Pennsylvania Specific, Uncategorized
Mulching is one of the most effective and accessible ways to improve tree health across Pennsylvania landscapes.
By choosing the right materials, applying mulch properly, and timing it correctly, homeowners can create healthier growing conditions that support trees for years to come.
Don’t Let Vines Strangle Your Trees
by Cutting Edge Tree Professionals | Mar 19, 2026 | Plant and Tree Disease, Gardening, Pruning, Tree Care, Tree Trends
Allowing vines to climb up trees is never a good idea. Vines like English ivy (Hedera helix), which start by covering the ground often end up quite literally “glueing” themselves to the trunks of trees as they climb. This can restrict tree diameter growth causing the...
How can a homeowner know if an arborist will prune a tree correctly?
by Cutting Edge Tree Professionals | Mar 5, 2026 | Pruning, News, Removal, Seasonal Care, Tree Trends
Correct tree care pruning follows the American National Standards Institute or ANSI A300. Find out what this means for your trees.








