What is Sudden Oak Death? Phytophthora ramorum This is the invasive plant pathogen that causes sudden oak death. It was discovered in California in the 90s and has killed millions of oak trees on the coast. It infects the trunk… Read More »Phytophthora: Sudden Oak Death
There Are Many Fungal Infections That Can Impact Your Trees’ Health. Let’s Learn About Some of Them and The Treatments We Offer! Anthracnose What is it? Technically anthracnose covers a group of fungi that cause twig/leaf diseases in various trees.… Read More »How To Protect Your Trees From Fungal Infections
Handling Aphids: Protecting Our Trees (And Driveways) From These Frustrating Insects Northern California’s diverse environments are a perfect habitat for aphids. In this guide, we’ll explore common aphids in the area and how to protect your trees! Common Aphids: Birch… Read More »All About Aphids in Northern CA
Brown Rot is One of Many Fungal Diseases That Impacts Stone Fruit Trees How do you know if your trees have this disease? The most commonly and severely impacted trees will be almond, apricot, nectarine, and peach. The first signs… Read More »What is Brown Rot?
Pruning Crepe Myrtles Will Maximize Flowering and Enhance the Shape of the Tree Blooms occur on the tips of new growth so pruning allows more new growth and thus, more flowers! So, when do you prune? For best results, we… Read More »When To Prune Crepe Myrtles
A Surprising Effect of Sulfur On Our Landscapes We apply sulfur during the winter season to help balance the pH of the soil and keep our plants nice and healthy! However, you may notice your hydrangeas change from pink to… Read More »Why Are My Hydrangeas Turning Blue?
A Quick Guide to Blade Sharpening A crisp, clean-cut lawn begins with sharp mower blades. Dull blades not only mar the appearance of your lawn but also compromise its health. Let’s explore the quick and easy process of sharpening your… Read More »Keeping Your Mower Sharp
Battling Fire Blight: Exploring the Efficacy of Trunk Injections Fire blight, caused by the bacterium Erwinia amylovora, is a devastating disease that affects a variety of ornamental and fruit trees, particularly those in the Rosaceae family such as apples, pears,… Read More »What is Fire Blight?
Protect Your Peach Trees: Understanding Peach Leaf Curl Disease and Dormant Oil Sprays Peach trees are a beloved addition to many home orchards and gardens, offering not only delicious fruit but also beautiful blossoms in the spring. However, these trees… Read More »Peach Leaf Curl Disease
Protecting Your Oaks and Pines: Basal Bark Sprays Against Borers Oaks and Monterey pines stand tall and proud in our landscapes, providing shade, beauty, and habitat for countless creatures. However, these majestic trees are not immune to the threats posed… Read More »Borers in Oak Trees & Monterey Pines