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Timing Matters: The Best Time to Prune Oak Trees
Pruning is essential to maintain the health and aesthetics of oak trees. However, timing is crucial when it comes to pruning these majestic beauties. In this blog post, we explore the best time to prune oak trees, providing insights and guidance to ensure their longevity and well-being. The ideal time to prune oak trees is […]
Benefits of Shade Trees: Saving Money and Adding Value
In landscaping, homeowners often focus on the aesthetic appeal and curb appeal of their properties. However, there’s a hidden gem that can provide both beauty and practical benefits—shade trees. These giants beautify your yard and offer financial benefits. In this blog post, we’ll explore the many reasons planting shade trees in your yard is a […]
5 Signs That Your Tree Needs to be Pruned
As a homeowner, you may not always know when it’s time to prune your trees. But, there are some signs that your trees need to be pruned, and an arborist can help make the job easier. In this blog, we’ll discuss some of the signs that your trees need to be pruned and how an […]
Soil Management for Central Pennsylvania Homeowners: Enhancing Soil Quality for Healthy Tree Growth
Healthy trees begin with healthy soil. As a homeowner in Central Pennsylvania, you may be interested in improving your property’s soil quality and fertility to promote vigorous tree growth. Proper soil management is vital to creating a thriving landscape and ensuring the longevity of your trees. This article will explore key aspects of soil management […]
Shop Local: Where to Buy a Christmas Tree in State College
The holiday season is upon us! For many this includes the beloved family tradition of finding that coveted Christmas Tree! Bringing it indoors to shower with celebration and joy for the remainder of the season. That might be scanning a parking lot full of pre-cut trees for the best looking one or traveling to […]
Everything You Need To Know About Needle Cast Diseases
A number of needle cast diseases are affecting fir and spruce trees. Both Rhabdocline and Swiss needle cast can affect Douglas fir. On spruces, including Colorado blue and Engelmann, the needle casting disease is called Rhizosphaera. Rhizosphaera also affects white spruce and Norway spruce, but it is less common and generally only happens when they […]
Arborist Equipment
Arborist Equipment While many of us are aware of the task we hire a professional tree companiy to complete, few know exactly what is going on in the process of completing these tasks. Ever wonder what tools an arborist is using on your property? Read on for a better understanding of arborist equipment and why […]
The Intermediate Guide: Winterization of Trees
When your weekends consist of lounging in front of the fireplace, cozying up with a warm blanket, and watching holiday movies on marathon; don’t forget about the icon of the holiday season- trees. Winterization of trees should start now! It is essential to give trees attention, love, and care as they battle against winter weather. […]
One thing that can limit the growth of urban and community trees
Soils are composed of individual particles (sand, silt, and clay) and aggregates or clumps of particles. Between these soil particles and aggregates are spaces or pores. These “pore spaces” hold air and water. Large-sized soil pore spaces are usually filled with air, and provide good aeration to soils. Smaller soil pore spaces are usually filled […]
The Beginner’s Guide to Tree Responsibility
A beginner’s guide to understanding tree responsibility! Did you know can save yourself time, money and relationships in the long run by understanding now which trees on and along your property are your responsibility or not? Not every tree near and crossing your property lines are yours to deal with. As a matter of fact, […]