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Trees are usually the most valuable landscape assets, but their tremendous benefits take years to develop fully. In our work as tree-care professionals, we confront a good deal of misinformation that
A crew from Bartlett’s Wilmington, Delaware tree service worked on an Arbor Day project in New Castle recently and had some pictures to share. On Friday, April 27 from 10
Bartlett is proud to work with neighborhood groups as part of the Treecycling effort in Philadelphia. The idea is to keep discarded Christmas trees out of the trash and out
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Tree root collar disorders
A tree’s root collar is the transition area from the roots to the trunk. It is usually noticeable because of the prominent flare leading to… Read More Tree root collar disorders
Helping trees recover from drought
Many geographies had an extremely dry summer. How does drought impact trees? The lack of water adversely affects nearly all plant processes. Plants are unable… Read More Helping trees recover from drought
Saluting branches: Volunteering to honor veterans
Bartlett Tree Experts was fortunate to participate in the 8th Annual Saluting Branches Day of Service on September 28. Over 80 Bartlett employees joined. On… Read More Saluting branches: Volunteering to honor veterans
Autumn color and tree health
Autumn color is a favorite part of the season. The changing and falling of leaves is also very important to tree survival. The same processes… Read More Autumn color and tree health
Tree lightning protection systems safeguard trees
Lightning strikes millions of trees each year. Though not many trees die immediately, strikes often cause serious structural weakness. This damage increases the risk of… Read More Tree lightning protection systems safeguard trees
Biocontrol: Leveraging nature’s best defenses
Biocontrol, or biological control, might sounds like scary science fiction, but quite the opposite is true. It’s not science fiction, it’s just good science! Biocontrol… Read More Biocontrol: Leveraging nature’s best defenses
Emerald Ash Borer Now in Oregon
The USDA recently confirmed the presence of emerald ash borer in Oregon. EAB for short, this invasive wood-boring beetle infests and kills ash trees. The… Read More Emerald Ash Borer Now in Oregon
Shrub pruning in summer: Breaking the rules
We often promote shrub pruning in winter during the dormant season when its easier to see the branching structure. Indeed, winter is a great time… Read More Shrub pruning in summer: Breaking the rules
Fruit trees add color and flavor in your landscape
For a varied and interesting landscape design, fruit bearing trees and shrubs are a good choice. It’s one way to add color and keep it… Read More Fruit trees add color and flavor in your landscape
Tree seedlings distributed for Earth Day and Arbor Day
Spring is a favorite time of year to enjoy the weather, work in the garden and just be outside in nature. The season also brings… Read More Tree seedlings distributed for Earth Day and Arbor Day
How to protect trees and shrubs during drought
Stress from drought can seriously impact trees and shrubs. Leaves will wilt and drop. Overall tree growth is reduced and trees are more likely to… Read More How to protect trees and shrubs during drought
Leaves look bad? Prevent & treat foliar disease
We all know what healthy leaves look like, but what happens when they’re not healthy? Leaves can become discolored, have bumps or brown or red… Read More Leaves look bad? Prevent & treat foliar disease
White Fir
Evergreen trees are frequently associated with sparkling snow and the Christmas season. Indeed, these trees shine in the landscape during winter when other color is… Read More White Fir
Watch out for Hidden Ambrosia Beetles
What do you do as soon as a warm spring day arrives? Get outside of course! But you’re not the only one anxious for temperatures… Read More Watch out for Hidden Ambrosia Beetles
Why Soil Analysis is Critical
Healthy soil is the basis for healthy trees and shrubs. But all soils are different. The characteristics of the soil as well as nutrient levels… Read More Why Soil Analysis is Critical