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
Keeping Birch and Olive Trees Healthy: The Power of Soil Injections Birch and olive trees are cherished for their beauty and the benefits they bring to our landscapes and tables. However, these trees face a common threat from borers; pests… Read More »Borers in Birch and Olive Trees
Battling Borers: Protecting Northern California’s Trees Northern California’s scenic landscapes boast diverse tree species, but lurking within are borers—tiny insects capable of inflicting severe damage. In this guide, we’ll explore common borers in the region and strategies to safeguard your… Read More »All About Borers in Northern CA
What Are Dormant Oil Sprays? Dormant oil sprays are horticultural oils applied to trees and shrubs during their dormant period—typically in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. These oils, often mineral-based, have proven to be valuable in… Read More »Understanding Dormant Oil Sprays
This is the time of year where we recommend performing a preventative treatment for white grubs. June bugs will have laid their hundreds of eggs within the soil of our lawns. These larvae hatch and happily feed on the roots… Read More »White Grub Treatment