Trees sometimes grow roots at or slightly above the soil surface where nutrients and water and more readily available. Most roots actually grow shallowly outward, not deep underground, so seeing them reaching above ground is not uncommon. This can result in tripping hazards and uneven surface areas. Further, it can cause challenges for mowing and… Read More Addressing tree surface roots
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Proper tree selection can help ensure a long, healthy life for new trees in your landscape. Further, it can help reduce long-term maintenance costs. The right tree, planted in the right location will likely be less prone to insect and disease issues and have fewer pruning requirements over time. Unfortunately, when choosing a tree, mistakes… Read More Tree selection for your landscape
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You know there are health symptoms people should not overlook. It’s the same for your trees! They often display key signs indicating problems exist or could develop if ignored. Here are some symptoms that warrant a call to an ISA Certified Arborist for a professional assessment. An obscured root collar or fungal growth on or… Read More Symptoms of an unhealthy tree you should not ignore
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Guest post by Robert Andreucci Arborist Representative, Hilton Head, South Carolina Bird watching, or birding if you want to sound like you’ve been doing it forever, is a great hobby that asks almost nothing from you and gives back a surprising amount. You don’t need to go beyond your backyard. Further, you don’t need expensive… Read More An arborist’s eye view of birding
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Though strangely beautiful with their metallic green bodies and copper wings, Japanese beetles are a major pest in the eastern U.S. In fact, these insects feed on more than 300 different plant species. You’ll find adult beetles feasting throughout summer and into early fall depending on location. The pests emerge from the ground in early… Read More What do Japanese beetles eat?
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Honeydew is a sugary waste substance that many sap-sucking insects excrete after feeding. Tree and shrub pests including aphids and scale produce honeydew, which can attract ants, flies, hornets and yellow jackets. You’ll find the liquid on leaves and other plant parts. Additionally, it can drip onto nearby surfaces or objects beneath infested trees such… Read More Honeydew: sticky substance on trees
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Lace bugs are damaging insects that attack many deciduous and evergreen plants. These pests feed by piercing leaf tissue and sucking out nutrients and chlorophyll. Adults have a somewhat square body shape. They get their name from their lacy wings, which are transparent and have a detailed, stained-glass pattern. Before fully developing, the young, wingless… Read More Lace bugs: common host plants
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The new R.A. Bartlett Tree Research Laboratories and Arboretum in the United Kingdom was launched to advance scientific tree care research, diagnostics, and green industry partnerships across the UK and Ireland. Bartlett recently celebrated the opening of its new tree research facility and arboretum in Spencers Wood, a village south of Reading in the Borough… Read More UK Laboratory and Arboretum Focused on Arboricultural Research
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Recognizing the role trees play in our world is important on Arbor Day and Earth Day. Here at Bartlett, however, our arborists strive every day to preserve trees and help educate community members about tree care. On these special holidays, Bartlett crews can be found inside classrooms teaching students, speaking at community events and outside… Read More Making every day Arbor Day and Earth Day
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Guest post by Robert Andreucci Arborist Representative, Hilton Head, South Carolina To many, tree care may seem like an industry strictly about chainsaws, cranes and tree removal. But when you spend your days in the field studying trees, it becomes obvious that this industry is so much more. Being an arborist is rarely just about… Read More Rooted in purpose: cultivating community and connection as an arborist
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There are many redbud varieties that bring stunning spring color to a landscape. This ornamental favorite bursts with blooms along its branches in the early part of the season. You’ll want to pick a special spot to showcase this tree for its unmistakable flowers that appear before many of its neighboring trees even begin leafing… Read More Popular redbud varieties
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Boxwoods are a staple in many landscapes. These ornamental, evergreen favorites make excellent hedges or edging, but can also serve as foundation plants. However, this popular plant is not without its issues. There are a number of common problems, which include insect pests and diseases. As with any plant in your landscape, it’s important to… Read More Common problems of boxwood
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Being a leader in the tree care industry means continually focusing on learning and innovation. Bartlett’s Tree Topics blog follows in that tradition by offering a place to receive advice on trees, tree pests, tree preservation, and more.
