TREE CANKERS Cankers are dead sections of bark, branches, or trunk on a tree. They are among the most destructive and hard to manage tree problems as they attack a tree’s tissue cells and cause decay. Most canker diseases are caused by fungi that grows between the tree’s bark and the wood killing the living […]
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ROOT ROT
Root Rot Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Root rot is a disease that attacks the roots of trees growing in wet or damp soil. It is a decaying disease that spreads through soil and will lead to the eventual death of a tree. Causes of Root Rot in Trees The most common cause of root rot […]
JUST SAY NO TO TREE TOPPING
JUST SAY NO TO TREE TOPPING WHAT IS TOPPING According to the International Society of Arboriculture, topping is the indiscriminate cutting of tree branches used to reduce the size of a tree. Topping is the most harmful tree practice known and is not a viable method of height reduction. It does not decrease future risk […]
FLOWERING TREES FOR SPRING
A splash of color can really transform your garden or landscape and there is nothing more beautiful than seeing whites or pinks or a combination of the two spread across a sea of green and browns. They stand out and make your area whether large or small really stand out. So if you’re looking to […]
Bradford Pear Tree – BEWARE of this ornamental tree!
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
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 safe from Mother Nature and all trees have the potential to fail from extreme weather. […]
CONSTRUCTION AND TREES
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
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 […]
THE EMERALD ASH BORER IN OKLAHOMA
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.
WHY YOU SHOULD HIRE A PROFESSIONAL TREE SERVICE
Keeping up with your home is no easy task. A lot of the work can be done yourself, but when it comes to tree maintenance, you should hire professionals.