Pruning Recommendations

Pruning Recommendations

PRUNING, when properly performed, is beneficial and can reduce the risk of stem and branch failure; provide clearance for structures, vehicles, and pedestrians; improve health and appearance; and improve views.  Improper pruning techniques are harmful for a tree’s...
Recommended Small to Medium-sized Trees

Recommended Small to Medium-sized Trees

Recommended small to medium sized trees, native or perform like nativeKidneywood (Eysenhardtia orthocarpa) 10 feetMexican Buckeye (Ungnadia speciosa) 30 feetEvergreen Sumac (Rhus virens) 12 feetRusty Blackhaw (Viburnum rufidulum) 20 feetCarolina Buckthorn (Frangula...
Root Collar Problems

Root Collar Problems

The most likely cause of tree problems in the urban setting in our area is buried root collars. I seldom have a day in which I do not diagnose a root collar disorder. In my experience, it is by far the most common cause of tree decline and death and is responsible for...
Tree Vents

Tree Vents

Purpose: To provide air, water and fertilizing ports in the root area of trees that have paving over their root zones. Their main value is to vent toxic gases to the surface and to allow oxygen to enter the soil under the paving. Their secondary value is for water and...
Trichoderma and Hypoxylon Canker

Trichoderma and Hypoxylon Canker

Shella McBride and David Appel in their article on Hypoxylon Canker for AgriLife Extension state that once Hypoxylon Canker is evident, it is usually too late to save the tree.  The Arborlogical Services web site says that it is extremely rare to see Hypoxylon Canker...