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What’s Killing My Hackberry Tree?

What’s Killing My Hackberry Tree?

What’s Killing My Hackberry Tree? What’s Killing My Hackberry Tree? Hackberry trees are tough and adaptable, but they are not immune to problems. If your hackberry is declining, the cause could be insects, disease, weather stress, or root damage. One common issue is hackberry nipple gall or witches’ broom, which can make the tree look unhealthy. These problems often look alarming, but they usually do not kill the tree on their own. More serious concerns include root injury, soil compaction, construction damage, and long periods of drought or excessive moisture. […]

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Best Trees for a Small Front Yard Johnson-ops-tree-care

Best Trees for a Small Front Yard

Best Trees for a Small Front Yard Best Trees for a Small Front Yard. Choosing the right trees for a small front yard can enhance curb appeal and offer year-round beauty. Several varieties are particularly well-suited to limited spaces and provide seasonal interest through blossoms, foliage, and fruit. Top Tree Choices: Flowering Crabapple Flowering crabapple trees are compact and produce vibrant spring blossoms. In addition to their beautiful flowers, they offer attractive fall color and bear small fruit that adds further visual interest. Serviceberry Serviceberry trees are ideal for small […]

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Not Your Average Mistletoe

Not Your Average Mistletoe

Not Your Average Mistletoe Not Your Average Mistletoe. Eastern dwarf mistletoe (Arceuthobium pusillum) is a small but highly destructive parasitic plant that primarily affects spruce trees across northern regions, including parts of Wisconsin. Despite its tiny size, this plant can have a major impact on tree health, often going unnoticed until significant damage has already occurred. Unlike traditional plants, Eastern dwarf mistletoe attaches itself directly to its host tree and draws water and nutrients from it. Over time, this weakens the tree, slowing growth and making it more vulnerable to […]

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Spring Tree Care Guidelines for a Healthy Landscape

Spring Tree Care Guidelines for a Healthy Landscape

Spring Tree Care Guidelines for a Healthy Landscape Spring Tree Care Guidelines for a Healthy Landscape. As winter’s frost melts away and spring comes into play, trees start their seasonal revival, teeming with fresh growth and vitality. This transitional phase is the best time to focus on spring tree care, making sure your trees stay healthy and resilient all year round. Fortifying Tree Roots and Improving Soil Vitality The root network serves as the foundation for every tree, securing it in position and providing vital nutrients. To assist your trees […]

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Mild Winters and Tree Health

Mild Winters and Tree Health

Mild Winters and Tree Health Mild Winters and Tree Health.  Milder winters across Wisconsin are becoming more common, and while they may feel like a relief compared to harsh cold snaps, they can have unexpected effects on your trees. Winter plays an important role in a tree’s natural cycle, helping regulate growth, control pests, and prepare trees for the next growing season. One of the biggest impacts of a mild winter is reduced dormancy. Trees rely on consistent cold temperatures to fully “rest.” When winters are warmer, trees may not […]

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Why are Siberian Elms considered Invasive

Why are Siberian Elms considered Invasive

Why are Siberian Elms considered Invasive   Why are Siberian Elms considered Invasive, Siberian elms are considered invasive due to their ability to quickly grow, spread easily by wind-borne seeds, and outcompete native vegetation in disturbed areas like prairies and along roadsides. They thrive in a wide range of conditions, including poor soils and drought, and can form dense stands that reduce overall biodiversity and alter habitats.     Key Characteristics of Siberian Elm Rapid Growth and Spread: Siberian elms germinate easily and grow quickly from their abundant, wind-dispersed seeds, […]

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Local Materials for Better Landscapes

Local Materials for Better Landscapes

Local Materials for Better Landscapes Local Materials for Better Landscapes. When it comes to improving your landscape, using quality materials can make all the difference. Whether you’re refreshing garden beds, planting new trees, or starting a backyard project, choosing the right materials helps create outdoor spaces that are both beautiful and long-lasting. At Johnson Ops Tree Care, we take pride in offering materials that come from right here in our local community. One of the things that makes our operation unique is that many of the products we offer are […]

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Beneficial Fungi for Healthier Trees

Beneficial Fungi for Healthier Trees

Beneficial Fungi for Healthier Trees Beneficial Fungi for Healthier Trees. Beneath the surface of every thriving landscape lies a hidden network that plays a vital role in tree health—beneficial fungi. Often overlooked, these naturally occurring organisms form partnerships with tree roots that support stronger growth, improved resilience, and long-term vitality. The most important group of beneficial fungi are called mycorrhizae. These fungi attach to tree roots and create a symbiotic relationship, meaning both the tree and fungi benefit. The fungi extend far into the soil, acting like an expanded root […]

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Proud to Carry Legacy Trees

Proud to Carry Legacy Trees

Proud to Carry Legacy Trees Proud to Carry Legacy Trees. At Johnson Ops Tree Care, we believe every tree planted today should grow strong for generations. That’s why we’re proud to offer Legacy Trees—an innovative, sustainably grown option for homeowners and municipalities across Wisconsin and the surrounding region. Legacy Trees are not just any nursery trees. They’re carefully nurtured using a patent-pending tree growing methoddesigned to promote unmatched resilience, faster establishment, and long-term vitality. For our clients, that means fewer tree losses, stronger growth, and healthier landscapes that stand the […]

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Bark Shedding: Healthy or Problem?

Bark Shedding: Healthy or Problem?

Bark Shedding: Healthy or Problem? Bark Shedding: Healthy or Problem? If you’ve noticed bark peeling or falling off your trees in Wisconsin, it can be surprising—but in many cases, it’s completely natural. Several tree species in our region regularly shed bark as part of their normal growth cycle. Trees like river birch, paper birch, sycamore, and shagbark hickory are well known for exfoliating bark. This process helps the tree grow by allowing the trunk to expand. As new layers form underneath, the outer bark loosens and peels away. In some […]

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