Virginia Insect & Arthropod Pests: Southern Pine Beetles
A healthy, flourishing landscape requires significant work and patience, as homeowners must tend to their trees and vegetation while warding off harmful infestations. All property owners should learn what southern pine beetles are, how to identify them, and how to recognize an infestation on pine trees. If you spot such an infestation, hire a professional […]
The Types and Signs of Tree Decay
A decomposing tree can be eerie: ants, mushrooms, and a rotting trunk, oh my! However, a decaying tree does not always mean its death is imminent. Indeed, a tree can survive fungal decay and live a healthy life if an arborist can catch and treat the problem before it develops. But when the decay progresses […]
How Your Home or Business Can Benefit from a Horizontal Grinding Service
Considered a type of timber grinding equipment and designed as an alternative to tub grinders, horizontal grinder machines have carved a niche for themselves in the timber industry. Indeed, they serve practical functions in land and forestry clearing, worksite preparation, vegetation mulching, and more. But what advantages does a horizontal wood grinder offer? How do […]
Can You Have Trees Trimmed in Spring?
Spring is a time for fresh starts, cleaning out accumulated cobwebs, and rejuvenating one’s landscape. Many homeowners use this season to plant trees and flowers, clean off their porches or decks, and schedule their landscaping service companies for routine maintenance. Additionally, the end of winter—between the last freeze and first thaw—is the ideal time to […]
The Dangers of Overgrown Trees
Trees are magnificent features in any yard—what with their beauty, the wildlife they attract, and the refreshing aromas they produce—unless they grow uncontrollably or awkwardly. Overgrown trees can damage property, cause car accidents, crack sidewalks and home foundations, and even damage power lines—all of which threaten your yard, well-being, and the neighborhood’s safety. So, hire […]
Virginia Tree Diseases: Verticillium Wilt
The health and condition of their trees and landscape should be among landowners’ highest priorities. Among the potential hazards to their property are plant diseases like Verticillium wilt, which can infect and lethally harm trees. So, learning about Verticillium wilt, its symptoms, and how professionals control its spread can only help landowners. If you suspect […]
3 Benefits of Bush Hogging
Many people enjoy landscaping and caring for the trees on their property. Mowing grass, gardening, and planting trees can be a breath of fresh air for those who work in offices or travel 5 days a week. Nevertheless, some tasks require professional expertise and equipment for effective results, including brush or bush hogging services. An […]
Tree Cabling 101
Trees’ structural integrity may deteriorate over time for numerous unavoidable reasons. Extreme weather, age, and abnormal growth patterns can contribute to a tree losing structural integrity. If you discover a tree’s branches developing at awkward angles, its trunk growing too close to your home, or its height leaning heavily, tree cabling might be an ideal […]
Why You Should Have Invasive Trees Removed
90 invasive tree and plant species have appeared in Virginia, and all threaten the native ecosystems. Whether introduced intentionally or accidentally, invasives—by definition—wreak havoc due to their swift growth, destructive impact on natural habitats, and introduction of foreign pests and diseases. Landowners should educate themselves on the effects of invasive species and contact a certified […]
Virginia Insects & Arthropod Pests: Scale Insects
The prevalence and illusive nature of scale insects qualify them as a “must-know” among property owners. Indeed, thorough arborists will watch out for scale insects during inspections, as they can devastate trees and plants. Yet learning how to identify scale insects can help you to manage them. You can better recognize when to contact a […]