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After winter ends, your trees and shrubs will be working hard to establish spring growth. A soil test in early spring can help determine the precise nutrients needed for that growth, yielding a fuller canopy and vibrant, health foliage.

Winter is the ideal time to prune many tree species. Removal of dead or diseased branches this time of year can greatly reduce the risk they pose to your home and property. Plus, pruning can improve the overall health and appearance of your trees, getting them in shape for spring.

Beech leaf disease is relatively new to North America. It was first discovered in 2012 in the Cleveland, Ohio area. Since that time, the disease has been spreading rapidly. It has now been confirmed in 11 states in the northeastern and midwestern United States, as well as in Ontario, Canada. As it spreads into the region, it's more important than ever to recognize the signs and symptoms. An inspection by our ISA-certified arborists can help identify the disease. Integrated Pest Management strategies to treat Beech Leaf Disease are available. See more on the signs and symptoms of Beech Leaf Disease here.

Now is a critical time of year to prepare your trees and shrubs for the coming summer in the Weston, CT area. Healthy trees and shrubs are better able to withstand the higher temperatures and weather extremes that summer brings. Proper care in spring can help ensure the health of your landscape plants.

Boxwood leafminers feed on tissue inside of leaves, resulting in blisters on the underside of infested leaves. The damage can limit a tree’s ability to grow and thrive. Preventative treatment, before damage becomes widespread, provides the most effective control.

After winter ends, your trees and shrubs will be working hard to establish spring growth. A soil test in early spring can help determine the precise nutrients needed for that growth, yielding a fuller canopy and vibrant, health foliage.

The Bartlett Tree Research Laboratories has broken new ground to protect beech trees from beech leaf disease with novel pest management strategies.

Now is a critical time of year to prepare your trees and shrubs for the coming summer. Healthy trees and shrubs are better able to withstand the higher temperatures and weather extremes that summer brings. Proper care in spring can help ensure the health of your landscape plants.