Urban spots like the Baltimore and DC areas present unique challenges for tree health. Some of the stresses trees face in these spots include compacted soil, competition with turf for nutrients, and restricted root zones. For any commercial properties with trees, the… Read More
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How to Deal with Black Fungus on Your Trees
Black fungus or otherwise known as black knot is a very common fungal disease that attacks trees, especially with cherry and plum trees here in Maryland. Black fungus or black knot disease is easy to identify and diagnose. Trees affected… Read More
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How to Notice Trees that are at Risk During a Hurricane
Now that we are entering the tail end of the summer, hurricane season has arrived, bringing a general sense of unease and uncertainty to businesses and homeowners throughout the east coast. With Hurricane Ida slamming the Gulf Coast, it is… Read More
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Invasive Tree Species to Keep an Eye Out for in Maryland
Trees are a natural and renewable resource that we can not live without. As long as any trees in your yard are not causing any problems, there should be no real cause for concern. However, a few homeowners in Maryland… Read More
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Reasons Why Your Property Might Require Stump Grinding Services
Reasons for removing trees from your property are numerous, but what should be done with the stump that is left behind after your tree is gone? Stumps could be entirely removed or ground down, all depending on the client’s personal… Read More
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Key Differences With an Arborist and a Tree Surgeon
Those who decide to work with tree care can pick various types of jobs within the industry. Two of those jobs, arborists and tree surgeons, are typically referred to interchangeably, but they are actually very different. Arborists require a much… Read More
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Can Homeowners Insurance Cover Potential Tree Damage?
Trees are definitely beautiful and can add some character to your property. However, trees could also become a real nemesis to any homeowner, particularly during hurricane season. Maryland experiences intense storms that come with high winds that cause limbs, branches, or… Read More
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The Worst Trees to Plant Around Your Home’s Pool
Landscaping around your swimming pool could make your pool stand out, but plants and trees must be chosen carefully. Trees with a lot of “leaf filter’, excessive pollen, budding debris, or berries could cause extra work for you and your… Read More
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What Do You Do if a Bird Nests in Your Tree?
Birds all throughout Maryland and the east coast love to nest in trees around residential homes. It is important to be quite cautious when you see a nest, as you do not want to cause any harm to the birds… Read More
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What Are Some Ways to Mulch a Tree?
Now that we are in the middle of summer, it is time to get into the thick of tree care maintenance. There are probably a few bags of mulch sitting on your deck awaiting distribution in your landscape. If you are… Read More