Trees

What is Verticillium Wilt?

What is Verticillium wilt? What is Verticillium wilt?, a fungal disease that blocks water flow to the tree’s branches, causing leaves to suddenly wilt, yellow, scorch, and drop, sometimes leading to branch death or even the entire tree dying. Symptoms often appear on one or more branches and include sparse foliage and discoloration in the water-conducting tissues. While there’s no cure, pruning infected branches and proper tree care can help, but it’s essential to dispose of infected wood properly to prevent further spread. Symptoms of Vascular Wilt (Verticillium Wilt) […]

Girdling Roots and other Root Collar Problems

Girdling Roots and other Root Collar Problems Girdling Roots, and other Root Collar Problems, Trees are fundamentally as healthy as their roots.Sadly, various issues can adversely impact the root collars of your trees– meaning the area where their roots join the trunk. Such problems include girdling roots, and improper planting How Do Girdling Roots Typically Form? Many girdling roots originate from trees that are restricted in containers at nurseries. When the roots cannot extend outward, they start to encircle the root ball, following the edges of the container. Moreover, […]

Spongy Moths Formerly Known as Gypsy Moths.

Spongy Moths Formerly Known as Gypsy Moths. Spongy moths, formerly known as gypsy moths, are an invasive species in Wisconsin, capable of causing significant defoliation of trees. They are known to have outbreaks every 10-12 years, with the most recent one occurring in 2023. The caterpillars of the spongy moth are the destructive life stage, feeding on leaves and potentially weakening trees. Key Points about Spongy Moths in Wisconsin: Invasive Species: Spongy moths (Lymantria dispar) are not native to Wisconsin and were introduced from Europe, Asia, and North Africa. […]

Tree Health Assessment

Tree Health Assessment Why do I need a Tree Health Assessment. Trees offer a variety of benefits for your property. Besides supplying oxygen, shade, and fruit, trees also capture dust, helping to maintain a clean environment in your home. However, it is essential for your tree to remain healthy in order to enjoy these advantages. If not, the tree may perish and negatively impact your property. What steps can you take to keep your tree healthy? Once a tree has matured, you might not have to do much. Still, performing a […]

The Process of Ash Tree Treatment

The Process of Ash Tree Treatment. Primarily aimed at protecting against the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB), generally involves the following steps: 1. Assessment and Planning: Tree Health Evaluation: A certified arborist assesses the overall health and condition of the ash tree, including the extent of EAB infestation if any. Determine Treatment Viability: Based on the assessment, it’s determined if the tree is a suitable candidate for injection treatment. Select Insecticide: The arborist selects the appropriate insecticide, often emamectin benzoate or imidacloprid, based on factors like tree size, infestation level, […]

Lungs of the Earth

Lungs of the Earth The phrase “lungs of the Earth” is often used to describe the Amazon rainforest, highlighting its significant role in the global ecosystem. However, it’s important to understand the nuance of this description: Oxygen Production: While the Amazon rainforest does produce oxygen through photosynthesis, the popular claim that it generates 20% of the world’s oxygen supply is misleading. The rainforest consumes nearly as much oxygen as it produces through processes like cellular respiration and decomposition. Scientists estimate the Amazon’s net contribution to global […]

Fun Facts About Trees

Fun Facts About Trees Fun Facts About Trees. Nature has created a wonderful ecosystem where plants and animals rely on one another. The Oldest Tree Fossil Found is More than 380 Years Old The earliest tree-like plants found in nature as fossils are from the Carboniferous period. During this period, amphibian species were the dominant land creatures. Lycophytes and tree ferns were the early tree-like species. A prehistoric tree genus named Wattieza is considered the first true tree that is currently extinct. It is believed that early trees have fronds […]

Preparing your Trees for the Storm

Preparing your Trees for the Storm Preparing your trees for the storm, tree care companies can prioritize pre-storm tree health, including strategic pruning and proper planting techniques. They should also be ready for post-storm cleanup and assessments, ensuring safety and efficiency while minimizing damage. Here are some tips that will help you prepare for the storms. Pre-Storm Preparation: Pruning: Regular pruning, helps remove dead or damaged limbs, which can weaken a tree’s structure and increase the risk of damage. Proper Planting: Planting trees correctly, ensuring adequate space for […]

Understanding Tree Growth Stages

Understanding Tree Growth Stages, trees undergo a life cycle with distinct stages, starting from a seed, growing into a sapling, and eventually reaching maturity, where they reproduce and then decline. This cycle involves germination, seedling development, vegetative growth, flowering, and seed production. 1. Seed: The journey of a tree begins with a seed, which contains the potential for a new life. 2. Germination: This is the process where the seed, under favorable conditions (like moisture, temperature, and nutrients), develops into a seedling. 3. Seedling: A seedling is a […]

Rhizosphaera Needle Cast

Rhizosphaera Needle Cast Rhizosphaera needle cast, caused by the fungus Rhizosphaera kalkhoffii, is a fungal disease that affects spruce trees, causing needles to turn brown or purplish-brown and fall off. The disease often starts on the lower branches and progresses upward, and from the inside of the tree outwards. Spraying with fungicides can be an effective way to help trees, especially in preventing and managing fungal diseases. Fungicides work best as protectants, meaning they are most effective when applied before a tree is exposed to a pathogen. While they can’t […]

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