Bartlett Tree Experts, Author at Tree Topics

Landscaping Tips for Fire Safety

Nothing can completely guarantee safety from fires. However, some simple strategies in the landscape can help protect homes and leave them more defensible against encroaching fires. Thinking ‘lean, clean, and green’ improves defensible spaces. Plan landscapes to minimize flammable vegetation like some conifers or eucalyptus species. Avoid accumulation of dead vegetation, brown grass, or woodpiles.… Read More Landscaping Tips for Fire Safety

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Reducing the Likelihood of Oak Decline

Pests and Diseases, Tree Species / Bartlett Tree Experts

Oak is one of the most common tree species in the northern hemisphere. Often seen as a symbol of strength and wisdom, oaks are well-known for their longevity and adaptability. However, even these venerable giants are not immune to the stresses of time and temperature. Recent years have brought extreme shifts in soil moisture conditions,… Read More Reducing the Likelihood of Oak Decline

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Saluting Branches 2019

Bartlett Tree Experts, News and Events, Tree Preservation, Volunteering / Bartlett Tree Experts

Saluting Branches is a non-profit organization dedicated to honoring veterans by providing tree and landscape care at national cemeteries. Arborists from around the country volunteer their services to help keep these locations safe and beautiful. This year marked the organization’s fifth anniversary and we were proud to participate in it. We volunteered in locations including Florida… Read More Saluting Branches 2019

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Mature Tree Pruning

Bartlett Tree Experts, Tree Advice, Tree Pruning / Bartlett Tree Experts

Pruning mature trees removes dead and dying branches to maintain plant health and safety

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Root Collar Excavation

Tree Advice / Bartlett Tree Experts

Looking at problems posed by excess soil and mulch around the base of tree:

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Hot Weather & Your Trees

Environmental Issues, Tree Advice / Bartlett Tree Experts

Most of us are familiar with the results of drought stress, but did you know that high temperatures alone can cause significant damage to the health of your plants? Given that many areas are recording rising temperatures, we should become aware of how warmer temperatures affect the physiology of plants. High temperatures reduce photosynthetic rates… Read More Hot Weather & Your Trees

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Aphids: Small in Size, Many in Number

Pests and Diseases / Bartlett Tree Experts

Aphids are small, sap-sucking insects. Some of them feed on more than one type of plant— for example, apple grass aphids feed on young new leaves and blossoms of apples until the beginning of summer when they migrate to oats, grasses and reeds for the rest of the season. Others feed on just one food… Read More Aphids: Small in Size, Many in Number

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Oystershell Scale: An Unusual Insect Pest

Pests and Diseases / Bartlett Tree Experts

Oystershell scale (Lepidosaphes ulmi) belongs to a group of insects called the armored scales. The “armor,” is produced by a waxy secretion combined with the insect’s own body cast during each molt. This protective outer layer helps shield the oystershell scale from natural predators.

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Decline in Spruce Trees

Environmental Issues, Pests and Diseases / Bartlett Tree Experts

Over the past decade, spruce trees have suffered an abundance of issues. All species of spruce, including Colorado blue and white spruce, are being affected, but particularly concerning is the prevalence of ‘decline’ symptoms on well-established Norway spruce. Originally a favorite due to the relatively low incidence of health issues, the Norway spruce is now… Read More Decline in Spruce Trees

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Caring for Young Trees

Tree Advice, Tree Pruning / Bartlett Tree Experts

The proper care of young trees can prevent many future problems. Browse our resources to learn more about how to best care for seedlings and young trees. Planting Ten steps to planting success Successful establishment of new plantings is dependent on correctly matching species to site and creating a soil environment that will allow new… Read More Caring for Young Trees

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How to Prevent Boxwood Blight

Pests and Diseases / Bartlett Tree Experts

Boxwood blight is caused by the non-native fungus Calonectria pseudonaviculata. American and English boxwood (Buxus sempervirens) are most susceptible to this disease whereas many Asian species of boxwood, and hybrids with Asian parents, are generally more resistant, but can still become infected. The disease causes black spots to form on leaves, along with elongated black… Read More How to Prevent Boxwood Blight

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Arbor Day and Earth Day 2019

Volunteering / Bartlett Tree Experts

This year marked the fifth anniversary of the Bartlett Legacy Tree Program, an initiative promoting tree planting and stewardship in local communities through the distribution of seedlings in schools, at events and to reforestation efforts. As part of that program, Bartlett Tree Experts celebrated Arbor Day and Earth Day 2019 by distributing over 21,000 trees!… Read More Arbor Day and Earth Day 2019

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