Plant Healthcare

De-Icing Salt Can Harm Landscape Plants

De-Icing Salt Can Harm Landscape Plants Each winter, vast quantities of de-icing salt are applied to state and municipal roads to keep them safe for commuters, and salt is spread near houses to avoid pedestrian injuries. This is necessary for safety, but did you know excessive salt can cause widespread damage to trees and shrubs – possibly leading to permanent decline and even death? De-Icing Salt Can Harm Landscape Plants Salt can be absorbed by the leaves, stems, and buds of trees. Salt runoff washes from the pavement into the ground, […]

Decay Can Cause Hazardous Defects in Trees Johnson-ops-tree-care

Decay in Trees

Decay Can Cause Hazardous Defects in Trees Tree failure is a major cause of residential property damage and the leading cause of power outages nationwide. There are many ways a tree can fail: an ice storm can overload all the branches on a tree, a hurricane or high wind can blow down a tree if its roots are compromised, or a cracked tree can fail under its own weight. Decay in Trees Cause Hazardous Defects in Trees. Homeowners who are worried about trees falling and damaging property should call a professional […]

Winter Stresses on Trees

Winter Stresses on Trees Heavy snow and ice, as well as frozen soil conditions, can damage cherished trees and shrubs in residential landscapes—even areas without major snowfall experience high winds and huge fluctuations in temperatures during winter. But homeowners can lessen the adverse effects of winter weather with preventive maintenance. What to do to reduce winter stresses on trees & shrubs: How to avoid damage to trees Branches of trees can break due to the excessive weight of ice or snow. Tree strength can be improved with proper pruning to […]

Home Inspections Outside the House

Home Inspections Outside the House Just picture buying a lovely new house and then, a few weeks later, having a big, old oak tree fall on your roof. Or consider finding out that removing an elderly poplar tree will cost $6,000 due to its deadly root rot. Wouldn’t it be preferable to be aware of the state of any significant trees on a property before the purchase and sale contract is signed? Home inspections outside the house are just as important as the inside. When homebuyers contemplate owning a home for […]

Warning Signs It’s Time to Cut Down a Tree

You observe your tree from your window, it doesn’t appear to be doing well. Here are a few Warning Signs It’s Time to Cut Down a Tree. Although some of these signs in combination may mean it’s time to remove the tree, it is always best to consult an ISA Arborist for professional advice. 1. Fungus If you see fungus-like mushrooms growing at the bottom of your tree, your tree may be slowly dying. Moss is not a problem; many healthy trees may be covered with moss. However, if you begin […]

Common Tree Trimming Mistakes

Here are some common tree trimming mistakes that homeowners will make, and why it’s important to consult with a Certified Arborist to assess the tree’s needs. 1. Selecting the Wrong Branches To Trim Trim or get rid of the branches that look dead, too long, or randomly chosen, right? NO!!! When your Arborist performs a tree trimming service, they will pay very close attention to the branches which they choose to remove, how far they cut them, and the method by which they cut them. If your cuts are not […]

Why Limbs fall

Why Limbs Fall in Your Yard. Travel around a neighborhood after a storm and you will see tree limbs, large and small, scattered about the ground. Why do some limbs fall in high winds or after ice storms while others merely bend? Should you worry about that large limb overhanging your driveway? One reason trees fail is weak branch unions, homeowners can educate themselves about tree limbs, but they should call a professional arborist if they are worried about an overhanging branch. Trees may suffer from naturally formed imperfections that can […]

Who Butchered My Tree?

Who Butchered My Tree? How would you feel if you returned home from work to find that the beautiful shade trees by the street in front of your house had been drastically pruned? Who butchered my tree?! , instead of a thick, symmetrical canopy of leaves, there is a gaping, V-shaped hole through the middle of the tree that reveals the overhead electrical conductors. “Why did this happen?” you would undoubtedly ask. Call us at Johnson Ops to help evaluate your tree. You may not be aware that while trees add […]

Winter Burn

Winter Burn “Winter burn” refers to the browning or bleaching of evergreen foliage during the winter. This can happen for four reasons: Sun and wind cause trees to lose water throughout the winter. Their frozen roots are unable to replace this lost water. This results in the browning of the plant tissue. Sunny days warm the tree’s tissue, which in turn initiates the cellular activity. When the sun sets, the tree’s temperature drops to harmful levels and the activated tissue dies. During sunny winter days, chlorophyll in the foliage is […]

Symptoms of a Sick or Dying Tree

Symptoms of a Sick or Dying Tree There are several common Symptoms of a Sick or Dying Tree, that you can watch out for to determine if your tree needs help. Then, it’s all a matter of diagnosing and taking action! A few common warning signs are listed below: Poor structure Sometimes trees can lean more to one side, or have an odd shape that is caused by an unnatural growth pattern. Severe storms and poor pruning are usually to blame for this; rectify this issue soon to prevent the […]

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