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.
When caring for trees, it’s easy to see fungi as the enemy since it often causes disease and decay. However, there are mycorrhizal fungi that… Read More Trees and soil fungi
Mites are tiny arachnids that feed on chlorophyll, the substance that gives plants their lovely green color. They are related to ticks and spiders, but… Read More Small mites cause sizable tree damage
Winter is a good time to prune trees. With the leaves gone, a tree’s structure is clearly visible. This provides a direct sightline to the… Read More Winter pruning: When and why
Poison hemlock has been found in nearly every U.S. state and across much of Canada. This plant is highly toxic. In fact, ingesting even small… Read More Managing poison hemlock
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… Read More Common problems of boxwood
Baby it’s getting cold outside! You’re heading in to cozy up by the fire, but your trees are not! In most managed landscapes, those trees… Read More Mulching in winter
It’s the time of year for conifers to shine! Most trees have lost their leaves by now so there’s nothing like a conifer for landscape… Read More Care for conifers
We often think of spring and summer as prime time for insects — and it is. But, you know Mother Nature. She never follows the… Read More Some caterpillar pests emerge in fall and winter
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
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
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 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
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, 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
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
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
Bartlett is proud to announce the opening of its new state-of-the-art research laboratories and office facilities at White House Farm, Spencers Wood in the United… Read More Opening of UK Tree Research Lab Centre & Arboretum
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.
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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.
