Wachtel Tree Science

Submitted by Jeff Wilson

Certified Arborist #IL0099A

Wachtel Tree Science

Homeowners and businesses investments in tree installations can reduce nearby noise 50% percent and site temperatures by as much as 9 degrees Fahrenheit, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and American Forests, a nonprofit conservation organization.

99 out of 100 appraisers agree attractive landscaping increases the speed of home sales according to a survey conducted by the Society of Real Estate Appraisers.

Submitted by Jeff Wilson

Certified Arborist #IL0099A

Wachtel Tree Science

Almost all types of viburnums have become susceptible to viburnum borer. This insect tunnels into the stems at, or slightly below ground level. Look for damage in this area. Stressed plants are more likely to become infested. Water properly to avoid drought stress and renewal prune if appropriate to keep plants vigorous.  Symptoms may be a curling and stunting of leaves and premature fall color, as well as dieback of some portions of the plant. Insecticide treatments require multiple applications are warranted only on high value plants.

By Jean Ferdinandsen

Wachtel Tree Science

Certified Arborist # WI0149A

 Because these obnoxious, metallic green and brown beetles feed on over 250 different species of plants (roses, lindens and maples are favored), high expectations are given to traps to help save the day. Japanese beetle traps are very effective in attracting and trapping adult Japanese beetles, but they are ineffective in protecting your susceptible trees and shrubs from Japanese beetle feeding damage.

This seemingly contradictory answer requires an explanation. Japanese beetle traps, sold at most garden center outlets, usually contain two separate, chemical lures. One lure is a feeding attractant that attracts both male and female beetles. The second lure is a pheromone that attracts male beetles. These lures work very well in attracting hundreds, even thousands of adult beetles toward the trap.

 Therein lies the problem. Many adult beetles are attracted into the area around the trap, but they do not necessarily get caught inside the trap. Susceptible plant species located nearby can be more heavily damaged than if the traps were not used at all. This can be true even if the trap is full of captured adults.

 If you would like to experiment with Japanese beetle traps, be sure to locate them as far away as possible from the plants you are trying to protect. Placing a trap in the middle of your rose garden, for example, is just asking for trouble.

 We have more than one treatment available to help control this destructive pest in your yard.  Call our office at 262-538-1900 to schedule a visit by your Arborist.

Submitted By: Jeff Wilson: Certified Arborist #IL0099a  Wachtel Tree Science

Congratulations the Tess family of Brookfield. The Tess’s are the sixth of our year long monthly contest winners in our 75th Anniversary celebration.  Our Plant Health Care applicators were at the Tess property on two occasions during the month of June.   Applications were applied to help control Fletcher scale on Arborvitae and Needlecast on Colorado Spruce.  We have been helping Mr. and Mrs. Tess care for their property for a number of years and look forward to our next visit to check the progress of our programs.

Our prize for the Tess’s is a selection of autographed books written by a friend of our company Melinda Myers.  Melinda is well known through out Wisconsin and the Midwest as an expert horticulturist that you may have seen on the TV or heard on the radio.  Learn more about Melinda on her website.
 
As a reminder; we enter your name in our monthly drawing each time we perform a service at your home during the month.

The prize for July is a $75 gift certificate to Johnson’s Nursery   at W180 N6275 Marcy Rd in Menomonee Falls or to Johnson’s Gardens at 8504 Hwy 60 in Cedarburg. If you have never been to Johnson’s they have a wide selection of trees, shrubs and flowers at both locations.

Submitted By: Jeff Wilson: Certified Arborist #IL0099a  Wachtel Tree Science

Congratulations to Sarah and Michael Gilman of Mequon. The Gilman’s are the fifth of our year long monthly contest winners in our 75^th Anniversary celebration.  Our Plant Health Care applicators were at the Gilman’s property on two occasions during the month of May. Wachtel Tree Science has been caring for the Gilman’s trees for a number of years and we look forward to continuing to help keep the property looking great! 

Our prize for Sarah and Michael is a $75.00 gift certificate to Minor’s Garden Center located at 777 N. 76 St. in Milwaukee.

As a reminder; we enter your name in our monthly drawing each time we perform a service at your home during the month.

 The prize for our June drawing will be a selection of autographed books written by a friend of our company Melinda Myers.  Melinda is well known through out Wisconsin and the Midwest as an expert horticulturist that you may have seen on the TV or heard on the radio.  Learn more about Melinda at: www.melindamyers.com

Submitted By: Jeff Wilson: Certified Arborist #IL0099a  Wachtel Tree Science

We are celebrating our 75^th year in business with a monthly drawing and have had 5 winners so far this year.  To become a winner you must have at least one service performed at you home or business during the month. Your name is then entered in a drawing where we pick a winner at the end of each month.  You name is entered every time we are on your property, even if it’s more than one time in a month. You can read more about the winners and the gifts they received at http://blog.healthytrees.com/ . Our contest will continue through the end of 2010…….Good luck!

Submitted By: Jeff Wilson: Certified Arborist #IL0099a  Wachtel Tree Science