On April 12, 2011, I along with my crew Rich Croft and Craig Bennett conducted an outdoor demonstration to Dr. Charles Maynard’s Introduction to Aboriculture class. This has become
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Fire safety landscaping tips
Recent wildfires in many geographic regions emphasize the importance of creating landscapes that minimize the chance of fire jumping and improve fire safety. Though nothing… Read More Fire safety landscaping tips
Tree species for attracting birds to your yard
Attracting birds to your yard starts with the right plant and tree species in your outdoor spaces. When the landscape is dormant, there’s nothing more… Read More Tree species for attracting birds to your yard
The tree species of Christmas
How much do you actually know about the tree you bring into your home at Christmas? Whatever your favorite species of Christmas tree is, each… Read More The tree species of Christmas
Bagworm caterpillars eat leaves and needles for lunch
Bagworm is an unusual caterpillar that gets its name from the bag-like structure in which it lives. Most of the insect’s life is spent within… Read More Bagworm caterpillars eat leaves and needles for lunch
Tour des Trees Bike Ride 2024 starts at Bartlett Arboretum
The Tour des Trees bike ride, the annual fundraising and outreach event for the Tree Research and Education Endowment Fund (TREE Fund) kicked off in… Read More Tour des Trees Bike Ride 2024 starts at Bartlett Arboretum
Growing and caring for holly plants
Caring for holly plants is generally easy as long as you understand the conditions in which they grow best. These handsome and varied plants range… Read More Growing and caring for holly plants
Do woodpeckers damage trees?
When you hear their distinctive hammering outside your window, it’s natural to wonder if woodpeckers cause damage to trees. Generally, woodpeckers rarely cause serious damage… Read More Do woodpeckers damage trees?
Protecting Newport’s beech trees against Beech Leaf Disease
The Preservation Society of Newport County has enlisted Bartlett Tree Experts to help protect its historic and valued beech trees. Earlier this summer, research scientists… Read More Protecting Newport’s beech trees against Beech Leaf Disease
Spotted lanternfly control and treatment
Spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula) is an invasive insect pest that has few natural predators in the U.S. This insect spreads quickly and can damage a… Read More Spotted lanternfly control and treatment
Crape Myrtle Bark Scale identification and management
Crape myrtle bark scale is a serious pest of crape myrtle, or crepe myrtle, trees. As the pests feed on new growth, tree branches begin… Read More Crape Myrtle Bark Scale identification and management
Iron deficiency in trees and shrubs
Iron deficiency in trees and shrubs is a common problem that can have a serious impact on plant health. All trees and shrubs need nutrients… Read More Iron deficiency in trees and shrubs
Beech Leaf Disease: Groundbreaking new treatment strategies
Research scientists at the Bartlett Tree Research Laboratories – the research arm of Bartlett Tree Experts – have broken new ground to protect beech trees… Read More Beech Leaf Disease: Groundbreaking new treatment strategies
Spongy moth: Favored trees and shrubs
Spongy moths (formerly called gypsy moth) feed on many plant species, but do tend to favor certain trees and shrubs. When pest populations are high,… Read More Spongy moth: Favored trees and shrubs
Healthy trees from the ground up
Everyone looks up when observing trees. However, you’ll often find arborists looking down! That’s because when it comes to assessing tree health, one of the… Read More Healthy trees from the ground up
Celebrating trees in our communities
During spring, we celebrate trees and the important role they play in our local communities! The holidays of Earth Day and Arbor Day both occur… Read More Celebrating trees in our communities