Bartlett's Central Okanagan Area 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 can be tough on trees in the Okanagan!
If you've noticed browning leaves, thinning canopies, or other signs of stress, you're not alone.

We recently shared some insights with Castanet on what homeowners should watch for this time of year and why early attention can make a difference.

Check out our article!

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.

Wildfire risk is not just about what's happening in the forest, it is about what's happening around your home. Embers can travel kilometers ahead of a fire and ignite materials in your yard, on your roof, or near your foundation. The good news: small, targeted changes to your property can make a meaningful difference. Bartlett's ISA Certified Arborists work across fire-prone communities in BC, providing professional, site-specific guidance.

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 fertilization can also help maintain tree health and vigor.

We are honoured to be named the Silver Winner in Best of Kelowna 2026 for Tree Services. Thank you to our clients and community for your continued trust and support. Our team is proud to provide professional tree and shrub care with the same commitment to quality and service every day!

During spring, tree boring insects in their larval stage will begin feeding inside trees. Bronze birch borer is one example that is a serious pest in our area. Based on an assessment, we can provide effective treatments to minimize damage and help prevent a full-blown infestation.

Apple scab impacts many varieties of apple and crabapple trees. The first sign of the disease is the appearance of smoky or smudgy spots on leaves. Taking action at bud break, before symptoms become apparent, will provide the most effective control.

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.

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.

Join us at the Kelowna Spring Home Show at Prospera Place on February 7th & 8th!

Stop by our booth for expert tree advice and some great swag!

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.

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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!

Fertilization is the single most important proactive measure you can take in caring for your trees this season. Soil care and fertilization in autumn dramatically improve growing conditions and provide the nutrients required for vital tree root development.

Check out our article on Castanet!

If your trees and shrubs look a little less vibrant each year, it's not your imagination.

The Okanagan's changing climate is placing more pressure on our landscapes. With hotter summers, less predictable rainfall, and ongoing drought conditions, trees (including fruit trees) and shrubs are being pushed outside their comfort zone.

As temperatures rise, so does pest activity — but not all pest control needs to come from a spray. Our Arborists use targeted biological solutions to manage harmful insects while protecting the beneficial ones. It's a smart, sustainable way to keep your trees and shrubs thriving through spring and beyond.


Ask your Bartlett Arborist if biological control is a good fit for your trees and shrubs!

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

The sun is finally shining in the Okanagan! Make sure to connect with us to get your trees ready for the hot summer ahead!

Emerald Ash Borer continues to be a serious threat to ash trees in our area. Without intervention, tree death is swift and total. Do not wait for signs of damage. If you have ash trees, they should be treated in spring to prevent infestation.

Come join us at the Kelowna Spring Home Show at MNP Place. We will be there on March 29th and 30th handing out seedlings and answering all your tree and shrub questions! Hope to see you there!

Come join us at the Kelowna Spring Home Show at MNP Place. We will be there on March 29th and 30th handing out seedlings and answering all your tree and shrub questions! Hope to see you there!

During spring, caterpillars and defoliating insects including tent caterpillar, coddling moth and winter moth will emerge. We can provide effective treatments to minimize damage and help prevent a full-blown infestation.

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.

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.

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.