Bartlett's Northern Westchester, Putnam and Dutchess County Tree Service

Trees under stress display key symptoms indicating a serious problem may exist. This includes wilting or loss of leaves/needles, yellowing of leaves or browning of needles, premature autumn color, early leaf drop and sappy spots on branches. Correctly identifying the underlying cause is critical to addressing tree health issues.

Summer is a time of high activity for pests as well as tree diseases caused by fungi and other organisms. Some problems may be simply aesthetic, while others can be a real threat to tree health and vitality. As such, it is important to have an arborist check your trees to determine the underlying cause.

Summer storms often cause branches or entire trees to fall. Preventative care can help you maintain your landscape while mitigating the possibility of unanticipated costs.

Many of our clients experienced tree damage from the recent weather. After severe storms, our first priority is emergency service for existing clients—removing trees from homes and driveways and addressing hazardous conditions that could cause injury or property damage. Once emergencies are resolved, we begin cleanup and repair of storm-damaged plants. We appreciate your patience and kindness to our crews and staff. For service, contact our Brewster office at 914-920-3130.

Needlecast diseases of evergreens frequently attack trees in spring. Impacted conifers develop spots and become discolored. Early signs of infection include discoloration and small fruiting structures..

Now is the time to address tree health issues that are commonplace this time of year. Problems including browning on evergreen needles, damage to twigs and branches, cracks or splits in the bark and root issues should be identified in early spring, before serious damage occurs.

Many of our clients experienced tree damage from the recent weather. After severe storms, our first priority is emergency service for existing clients—removing trees from homes and driveways and addressing hazardous conditions that could cause injury or property damage. Once emergencies are resolved, we begin cleanup and repair of storm-damaged plants. We appreciate your patience and kindness to our crews and staff. For service, contact our Brewster office at 914-920-3130.

Winter is a great time to examine trees and perform pruning. Trees are often easier to access now, and their structure is plainly visible. At Bartlett, we like to act early, which helps prevent problems and often saves you money in the long run.

Please contact the Brewster office to schedule a free consultation with your area Arborist Representative: 914-920-3130.

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.

Colder temperatures and shorter days serve as a reminder that it’s time for your trees and shrubs to have a winter check-up. Now is the time to uncover issues such as weakly attached branches, dead wood, diseases, pest infestations and other problems before they can cause serious damage in the spring.

As leaves fall from trees, the underlying architecture of the plant is revealed. This is the perfect opportunity to identify and correct visibly hazardous issues that can predispose trees to branch and tree failure such as dead wood and weakly attached limbs.

Schedule your winter pruning now to reduce the risk of falling branches and keep your trees looking their best!

With the warmer temperatures of summer, it is critical to water your trees and shrubs thoroughly. Applying a 7-10cm layer of mulch, inspecting for pest infestations and scheduling autumn fertilisation can also help maintain tree health and vigor.

Now is a critical time of year to prepare your trees and shrubs for the coming summer in the Brewster, NY 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.

Beech leaf disease, has been spreading rapidly. As implied by the name, the disease attacks beech trees, one of the most commonly found trees in our area. Caused by microscopic worms called nematodes, the first sign of infection are discolored stripes between the veins of impacted leaves. As the disease progresses, the tree will show signs of stunted growth and yellowing leaves.

Foliar diseases including anthracnose, apple scab, rust diseases and powdery mildew will be commonplace in our area this spring. These diseases result in unsightly discoloration, lesions or spots on leaves. Taking action now, before the disease can progress, provides the most effective control.

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.