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Autumn Tree Care To-Do List
Fall is a great time to prepare your trees for winter and the following spring. Preventative and remedial treatments in the fall can help boost
October 22, 2020
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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.
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We came home with a tree seedling! Now what?
Many organizations choose to give away or sell very young trees to help encourage tree planting. Often, you leave home not knowing that you’ll come
October 16, 2020
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Fall – A Perfect Time for Tree Planting
What makes fall a good time to plant a new tree? During autumn, the soil is still warm enough to support root growth, allowing the
October 14, 2020
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What is Soil Compaction?
Soil compaction is a common issue in home landscapes and on commercial properties. When the soil is compacted, porous spaces are reduced. Since tree
October 1, 2020
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A Sticky Situation…Magnolia Scale Isn’t Pretty
Lots of scale insects are active during the heat of summer, but some of these tiny pests are just now beginning to hatch and will
September 17, 2020
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Finding Your Tree Soulmate
Choosing the right tree for your property, your budget, and your taste isn’t easy. Here are some helpful questions to help you narrow down
September 11, 2020
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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
August 28, 2020
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What Happens When a Storm Hits
Storms can wreak havoc in a community and while utility companies work to clear trees from power lines, there is another group actively assisting in
August 14, 2020
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Reducing the Likelihood of Oak Decline
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
September 23, 2019
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Saluting Branches 2019
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
September 19, 2019
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Mature Tree Pruning
Pruning mature trees removes dead and dying branches to maintain plant health and safety
August 21, 2019
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Root Collar Excavation
Looking at problems posed by excess soil and mulch around the base of tree:
July 15, 2019
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Hot Weather & Your Trees
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
June 28, 2019
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Aphids: Small in Size, Many in Number
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
June 26, 2019
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Oystershell Scale: An Unusual Insect Pest
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
June 25, 2019
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Decline in Spruce Trees
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,
June 24, 2019
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Trees are our legacy
May 1, 2025
Trees have always been a symbol of endurance and longevity. They are a gift to enjoy now and in the future. Since 1872, people have
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