Oak Wilt in Chicagoland: A Silent Threat to Our Oaks
Oak trees are more than just beautiful; they’re vital for wildlife, stormwater management, and air quality in our communities. However, Oak Wilt, a lethal disease, threatens thousands of oaks in our urban and suburban landscapes. With proper awareness and proactive management, we can significantly limit its spread and preserve these essential trees. What is […]
The Arborist’s Advantage: Strengthening Trees with Support Systems
As ISA-certified arborists, we’re privileged to work closely with trees, witnessing their incredible beauty and resilience up close. We’re dedicated to their health and longevity. Sometimes, though, we identify trees that need extra support to ensure their stability, safety, and a long life. In these cases, canopy support systems become vital. Why Do Trees Need […]
Say NO To Volca-NO Mulching
Mulch is an excellent addition to any tree or garden bed when used appropriately. Unfortunately, it is all too common in our urban environment to see mulch excessively piled up against the trunk of the tree, commonly referred to as volcano mulching. This practice is detrimental to the tree and in all cases, will lead […]
Leaf and Twig Galls Oh My!
There are thousands of leaf and twig galls that impact numerous types of trees and plants. There are more than 500 different galls that impact oak trees alone! In almost all cases, leaf, twig, or any type of gall on a tree or plant is of minimal concern. The variety of galls though is quite […]
Truth or Myth? Volca-NO Mulch!
Volcano Mulching Technique – Truth or Myth? – Myth Volcano – A natural phenomenonof the world we live in. A catastrophic natural event that cannot be controlled by any human intervention. Volcano Mulching – An all too common practice in which excessive mulch is mounded around the trunk of a tree. A catastrophic […]