BEWARE OF THE BRADFORD PEAR A sure sign of spring is the snowy white blooms on Bradford Pears. For years, the Bradford Pear has been an iconic Southern tree, but now, it may be the most despised. RAPID REPRODUCTION OF THE BRADFORD PEAR The Bradford Pear was introduced as an ornamental tree in 1964 by […]
EFFECTS OF HEAVY RAIN ON TREES It’s not uncommon to see toppled trees in Tulsa, Oklahoma after a heavy rainfall. While rain can be a good thing for trees, too much of it can cause trouble. Unfortunately, no tree is immune to Mother Nature, and tree falling is always a risk during extreme weather conditions. […]
CONSTRUCTION AND TREES In today’s world, there is construction everywhere. Roads are constantly being expanded and improved upon and new buildings and homes are being built. For most people, construction is an annoyance, but for trees, it can be deadly. TYPES OF DAMAGE Most damage that occurs to trees as a result of construction is […]
TREES WE LOVE TO LOVE BONSAI The Bonsai is an ornamental, artificially dwarfed tree grown in a pot. It is known for its tranquility and it brings a natural and peaceful feel to any living space. These trees can be kept inside or outside, but if it is kept outside, it should be protected from […]
It killed millions of ash trees across the Midwest and is now considered the most destructive forest pest in North America. The Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) is an invasive, wood-boring beetle doing some serious damage to ash trees across the country.