Archive for the 'Plant Health Care' Category

Don’t Wait…Winter’s Great For Pruning!

Wednesday, January 27th, 2010

Winter is an excellent time for……

  • Pruning
  • Analyzing storm damage
  • Identifying defects in structure which may need cabling or bracing
  • Inspecting for gypsy moth egg masses
  • Inspecting for sphaeropsis twig blight on pines
  • Inspecting for cytospora canker on spruce
  • Inspecting for spruce gall adelgids
  • Inspecting for stem and trunk cankers
  • Inspecting for many other insect and disease problems
  • Identifying and remedying crown conflicts between trees

For more information the services Wachtel Tree Science provides, see our website at: HealthyTrees.com.

So certainly do not hesitate to contact Wachtel Tree Science in winter – and if we are on your list for spring maintenance or treatments, give us a call now so we can assess your needs and schedule you for the most advantageous time.

Disease and damage do not wait until the weather warms up, and at Wachtel Tree Science, neither do we!

 
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Emerald Ash Borer in Wisconsin

Friday, January 23rd, 2009

Emerald ash borer (EAB) is a very serious problem that threatens all ash trees in the Midwest. As of 8/5/08 it has been found in Wisconsin and is extensive in northern Illinois. The million dollar question seems to be, “When should I start treatment if I want to protect an ash tree?”

One consistent fact is that whenever they have found EAB, they always say it has been there for 3 to 6 years. It is important to keep this in mind as you make your decisions.
Another important point to remember – you have time to deal with this!

Read the Fact Sheet on Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) for more information on the threat to ash trees in Wisconsin.

A Certified or Board Certified Master Arborist can give you advice before you take removal, planting or treatment action. Contact Wachtel’s experienced staff for help dealing with the emerald ash borer threat to your ash trees.