Pests and Diseases
Sawflies
Adult sawflies are often similar in appearance to flies or wasps. The larvae are also similar, though sawflies have one simple eye on each side… Read More Sawflies
July 19, 2018
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TREE TOPICS
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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.
Pests and Diseases
Treating Bacterial Leaf Scorch
Bacterial leaf scorch (BLS) is caused by the bacterium Xylella fastidiosa. This disease impacts certain shade trees resulting in uneven ‘scorching’ of leaf margins in… Read More Treating Bacterial Leaf Scorch
July 15, 2018
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Pests and Diseases
Managing Tree Root Diseases
Two common causes of root disease in California are species of the fungus Armillaria and species of Phytophthora, which are fungus-like organisms. There are many… Read More Managing Tree Root Diseases
July 3, 2018
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Tree Advice
Tree Growth Regulators
When native desert plants are irrigated regularly, they can produce a tremendous amount of new growth. This can be good from the perspective of shade… Read More Tree Growth Regulators
June 14, 2018
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Environmental Issues
Look Out for Leaf Curl and Leaf Blister
Leaf curl and leaf blister are a group of diseases caused by the fungus Taphrina. Taphrina caerulescens is the causal agent of oak leaf blister,… Read More Look Out for Leaf Curl and Leaf Blister
June 1, 2018
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Volunteering
Arbor Day and Earth Day 2018
Arbor Day and Earth Day are holidays filled with meaning for a tree company. Arbor Day is dedicated to planting trees and celebrates all the… Read More Arbor Day and Earth Day 2018
May 15, 2018
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Bartlett Tree Experts
Bartlett Women in Arboriculture
This year, Bartlett brought female employees from across the Company together for three days of networking and skills training — and to strategize about how… Read More Bartlett Women in Arboriculture
April 28, 2018
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Pests and Diseases
California Oakworm
The coast live oak is an important part of both the wild and urban landscape through most of coastal California. When these beloved trees are… Read More California Oakworm
March 31, 2018
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Certifications and Training
Aerial Rescue Safety Training
This photo shows a simulated aerial rescue by staff of the Elmsford, NY office, just a portion of the tree safety training performed by Bartlett… Read More Aerial Rescue Safety Training
February 16, 2018
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Bartlett Tree Experts
Tree Roots: Buried Root Systems Recovery Plan
Here in Santa Barbara we understand that the ground is far from sedentary. Whether it’s construction of new homes or mud sliding from recent storms,… Read More Tree Roots: Buried Root Systems Recovery Plan
January 26, 2018
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Blackbird State Forest Tree Planting
Come on out with your family and friends to help your community and the Earth by volunteering to plant trees! Assist Caroline Dowd with her… Read More Blackbird State Forest Tree Planting
January 10, 2018
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Armillaria: Common Killer of Trees and Shrubs
One of the most under-diagnosed causes of tree failure are root rot pathogens. Here in southern California we have a few rots that plague our… Read More Armillaria: Common Killer of Trees and Shrubs
January 5, 2018
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Pests and Diseases
Winter Wash of Trees
If your trees or shrubs suffered badly from insect attack this year (e.g., aphid, scale, red spider mite, etc.), then there is an extremely high… Read More Winter Wash of Trees
December 12, 2017
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Does Your Landscape Already Look Like Fall?
Many trees and shrubs in Indiana are losing an abnormal amount of leaves, or showing signs of foliar damage as a result of unusual environmental… Read More Does Your Landscape Already Look Like Fall?
June 12, 2017
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Volunteering
Arbor Day and Earth Day 2017
Trees are important for so many reasons. They make our communities more beautiful and livable. We want to share our love of trees with others.… Read More Arbor Day and Earth Day 2017
May 31, 2017
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What’s an Arborist and do I need one?
To be an arborist one must establish a basic level of experience and comprehension in the field of tree care. The International Society of Arboriculture… Read More What’s an Arborist and do I need one?
April 20, 2017
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Latest News
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… Read More Trees are our legacy
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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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