You have probably heard the terms plant health care or integrated pest management before, but do you know what they mean and why they are important? Plant health care is defined as a process of scheduled preventative maintenance that is put together based on monitoring and the use of cultural and chemical tactics to enhance tree vitality. Whereas, integrated pest management is a pest population management system that utilizes all appropriate techniques and information to reduce pest populations. When implemented in conjunction with each other, you can help to ensure that your trees are thriving and healthy.
Your plant health care plan will be unique to your property, and the frequency of visits and applications may vary. When problems are detected and managed early, we can help to stop them before they become serious. Some solutions determined by your arborist may be as simple as spot applications of pesticides, pruning, or irrigation changes.
When it comes to pest issues, the same theory applies that the earlier pests are spotted, the higher the chances of your arborist being able to control the situation before it turns into a severe/deadly infestation. As part of our integrated pest management solutions, we use organic oil sprays, soaps, or pyrethroids that are safe for the environment, your family, and your pets. In some cases, we may inject treatment directly into a tree’s vascular system through the trunk.
If you have seen a black and white caterpillar in your yard, specifically on the leaves of your hickory, walnut, ash, elm, or oak trees it is important to not touch it. This black and white caterpillar is called the Hickory Tussock Moth Caterpillar. This species originates from Canada and can cause severe allergic reactions. …
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An Arborvitae tree is an evergreen from the cypress family. They come in a variety of shapes and sizes, and they are easy to maintain and grow. Arborvitaes are often used for privacy and windbreak. Tree service and care of Arborvitae trees may vary based on the type. Types of Arborvitae: American Arborvitae – This …
As we quickly head into September, and the temperatures see a pretty significant drop (especially at night), now is the time to implement some key backyard maintenance items. The mild temperatures in early September through the end of October are great for planting, cultivating, fertilizing, practicing pest control, and rejuvenating your yard. When making your …
Climate change is the result of a buildup of carbon dioxide in our atmosphere. During the growing stages of a tree, they use sunlight to absorb carbon dioxide within the atmosphere through photosynthesis. This carbon dioxide is then stored as carbon in the form of wood. The more trees that are planted, the more carbon …
As with many invasive species, the Gypsy Moth was accidentally introduced into Massachusetts in 1869. Years later in the early 1900’s, the Gypsy Moth had become widespread into New England states, eastern NY and the regions of NJ. Each year in June, we receive a flooding of calls from clients with Gypsy Moth infestations. Currently, …
When it comes to watering new plants, we often hear a lot of questions from clients about when to water plants, how to water plants, and how to know if they are overwatering plants. Properly watering plants is extremely crucial in their growth and overall health, especially when the plant or tree is new. After …