What is the Emerald Ash Borer Invasive Species? Emerald Ash Borer is an invasive insect native to Asia that started wreaking havoc on Ash trees in the Midwest in 2002. … Read More
What is Rhizosphaera Needle Cast? How is Needle Cast Treated?
In Wisconsin, we have a large population of Colorado Blue Spruce trees. While many of them are healthy and can add wonderful character to yards and landscaping, they do fall … Read More
What is European Pine Sawfly: Pine Sawflies Info and Treatments
What is a European Pine Sawfly? It is a pesky little tree insect that actually isn’t a “fly” at all. It’s a caterpillar (or larvae) that feasts on pine needles … Read More
Is Winter Tree Trimming in Milwaukee a Good Idea?
We understand that the idea of winter tree trimming in the frigid cold of a Wisconsin winter is probably the last thing on your mind. It may seem like the green … Read More
How to Keep Healthy Trees Strong through SE Wisconsin Winter: Local Tree Care Tips
Winter means a dormant period for plants in SE Wisconsin and the Midwest, and winter trees are no exception. You can equate this dormancy period to a long period of … Read More
Save Your Wisconsin Tree from Anthracnose Disease
Disease always ruins things, especially in trees. Disease ruins the perfectly good shade, it ruins the value of your property, and it ruins the safety of your trees. Learning to identify … Read More
What is Apple Scab Disease Tree Fungus?
The aptly named apple scab disease is a potentially serious fungal infection affecting ornamental and fruit trees, particularly in the rose family. These include but are not limited to Crabapple, … Read More
Cedar Apple Rust Treatment: How to Stop Tree Fungus Disease
Are there small, reddish-brown bumps growing on the branches of your cedar trees? Do the leaves on your apple trees have yellow spots? If so, your trees could be infected … Read More
Tree & Stump Removal: Why it’s Not a DIY Job to Remove Stumps
Tree & Stump removal is one of the most dangerous jobs in the U.S., even for the professionals who know what they’re doing. Take a look at some of the … Read More
What is Chlorosis? Preventing Iron Chlorosis in Trees
Chlorosis is a nutritional disorder that many woody ornamental trees in Wisconsin experience, particularly in the southern and eastern portions of the state. It occurs most often because of the lack … Read More