Lace bug continues to be a problem for azaleas, rhododendron, sycamore and broad leafed evergreens, especially andromeda. The first signs of lace bugs are yellow spots on leaves, similar to mite damage, only much larger.  As lace bugs feed, they produce brown varnish-like droppings that spot the underside of the leaves. Advanced damage from lace bugs results [...]

Invasive plant species are plants that are not native or naturally from an area. An invasive plant will out-compete native species for habitat and food. Invasive plants are problematic because they can grow rapidly, spread quickly, and flower or set seed over a long period of time. Many are difficult to control. There are over [...]

Tree Tech Inc. announced last week that they took over managing green waste for the town of Foxboro.  This privatization is mutually beneficial.  The Town will save over $50,000 per year and for provide Tree Tech with more space to expand operations.  In addition, the location will enable the company to manage its by-products ½ [...]

Earlier this month, Tree Tech’s expert tree removal staff was on hand at the Southwick  Zoo to remove declining trees that could not be saved.  It was decided that much of the main tree trunks and limbs could be used to assemble a new Jungle Jim in the chimpanzee exhibit.  With the use of our crane, we assisted [...]

Last spring more than 200 Massachusetts Arborist Association members took part in a new volunteer program called Arbor Day of Service. Forty five communities across Massachusetts received an estimated $325,000 in professional arboriculture services from MAA members.  Projects included tree planting, ornamental pruning and hazard tree removal at sites including town parks, elementary schools, community [...]

Most tree and shrub diseases affecting plants are fungal in nature. Fungus emits spores that travel from plant to plant by vectors such as wind, rain and bees. Different fungus attack plant tissue in different ways. Some attack stems and trunks of plants, these are known as cankers. Canker is primarily found on the trunk of [...]

Sometimes the decision to remove a tree is an obvious one, and sometimes a tree can be treated or trimmed to avoid having it removed. Tree removal should be a last resort and the arborists at Tree Tech are trained to identify when this is absolutely necessary.  In the event tree removal is necessary, Tree Tech’s experienced personnel will [...]

Arborist Tips for Proper Mulching Mulches are used in landscape for a variety of reasons including aesthetics, but one of the most beneficial reasons to use mulch is to maintain good tree health. Early winter is a great time to apply mulch. Mulch doesn’t keep plants warm but it does help the soil maintain a [...]

Each winter, our staff of over 90 certified arborists and tree care experts respond to hundreds of emergency tree service calls throughout Massachusetts and Rhode Island – related to downed trees from storm and snow damage. Fall is almost over and that white stuff is once again in the air. Snow might appear light and [...]

The Invasion of the White Tail: Deer Repellent and other Treatment options Deer damage is becoming an increasing problem in our area. With real estate development in suburban areas, a lack of natural predators and an abundance of food in gardens and ornamental landscapes, has the White-tailed Deer populations are thriving. Deer feed on over [...]