Visitors to the battlefields in Gettysburg are often left to imagine how it would have looked to soldiers in 1863, but thanks to the hard work of conservancy groups and tree care professionals, many Witness Trees still stand today. Witness Trees are trees that “witnessed” the battle that took place July 1-3, 1863. David Poe …
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It can be hard for a homeowner to notice structural defects (ex: cracks in the trunk or branch structure) when the leaves are still on the tree. However, once the leaves fall off and you are out and about in your yard, you can begin to notice these problems. Winter is an excellent time to …
You might be thinking, “Why do I need to get my trees ready for winter?” Although you many folks assume that “tree people” are hibernating like bears, this couldn’t be farther from the truth. In fact winter storms, ice and sudden drops in temperature are elements that produce a recipe for necessary tree maintenance. To …
Have you been thinking of hiring someone to take care of your trees, but aren’t sure where to start? The International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) is a great place to start. An ISA Certified Arborist is an experienced professional who has passed an examination that covers all aspects of tree care. Arborists specialize in the …
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Every year, we help many people make their backyards fun and trendy through landscaping. Here are some of the trends we’re seeing in 2016: Natural Materials Disguising your residential landscape to look like a natural one is becoming pretty popular. Our clients are using materials such as boulders and river stone for their patios and …
