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Frost cracks in trees

Frost cracks are vertical cracks in a tree that are caused by temperature changes. They occur during winter when the daytime sun warms the bark causing tissue expansion. Later, when the sun goes down and the temperature drops quickly, the outer layer cools and contracts faster than other portions. This expansion and contraction results in… Read More Frost cracks in trees

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Tree fertilization: The single best piece of autumn advice for trees

Tree fertilization and soil care in autumn dramatically improve growing conditions for your trees and shrubs.  In fact, you might be surprised to learn that soil conditions in urban and suburban environments are often inhospitable to trees. That’s right. The suburban/urban growing environment is vastly different than the ideal conditions found in nature. As such,… Read More Tree fertilization: The single best piece of autumn advice for trees

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Why landscape architects should collaborate with arborists

Why is the collaboration between a landscape architect and a Certified Arborist essential? The collaboration between a landscape architect and a Bartlett arborist brings together complementary skills and knowledge, resulting in a well-balanced, pleasing, and sustainable outdoor environment. This ensures that trees are not only a beautiful part of the landscape but also healthy, safe,… Read More Why landscape architects should collaborate with arborists

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Beech Leaf Disease: Tree disease update & symptoms

Beech leaf disease (BLD) is an emerging disease caused by a nematode, or microscopic worm. We often don’t think of our trees as getting “sick.” However, just as people can contract diseases, trees can too. Some of these diseases have been present for centuries. Some are relatively new, or sometimes just new to a geographic… Read More Beech Leaf Disease: Tree disease update & symptoms

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Tree borers: Destructive insect pests

Tree borers and wood boring insects make their homes in the bark, trunks and branches of trees.  Living up to their name, these larvae ‘bore’ in trees, laying eggs and feeding inside roots, trunks and branches and tunneling beneath the bark.  As a result of their activity, trees sustain serious internal damage.  Specifically, injuries restrict… Read More Tree borers: Destructive insect pests

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