Emerald Ash Borer History The Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) arrived in Cincinnati in 2007. Since then, this terrible creature has killed millions of ash trees in the region. The Emerald Ash Borer was first seen in the US in Detroit in 2002, and it has...
Most homeowners do know that it’s a good idea to keep their trees properly pruned, but many don’t realize how important it really is. Trees need to be trimmed regularly to help ensure the health of the tree and the safety of family members and...
Do Trees Even Need Fertilizer? You can google this question and come up with extremely different results. Some people swear that all backyard trees should get fertilizer at least once per year, while others will insist the whole concept is a scam. The truth is...
Deadwood within trees, especially mature trees, is a fairly common occurrence, and is typically caused by two different processes. First, it’s possible that the heartwood of the branch is hollowed out because of fungal colonization or pest infestation. Secondly, storms, disease, lack of sap, lack...
Bradford Pear trees (also known as Callery Pear trees) were once a ubiquitous choice, admired by subdivision builders and suburban homeowners for their beautiful spring flowers. The lovely, perfectly symmetrical shape of their crown has also made them a very popular choice over the years....
Fungi that grow on and around trees can affect overall tree health and can even cause trees to die or weaken to the point of threatening their survival and causing them to become a danger. While often viewed by homeowners as harmless, tree fungi can...
