Although it’s tempting to desire, a completely insect free yard would not be normal or healthy for your landscape!  A variety of microorganisms, pests, and insects are necessary for the balance of nature and overall tree health.  The key, is knowing when the naturally occurring insects and diseases begin to cause problems for your trees. [...]

According to Horticulture Weekly, around 2,000 trees will be felled and replaced with 10,000 new conifers next winter in Bourne Wood near Farnham, Surrey, which doubled as Sherwood Forest for the film Robin Hood.
“Replanting is vital for sustainable forestry and in helping to combat climate change,” said a representative for the Forestry Commission, which owns [...]

Tree problems are often worse in winter. Maintaining good tree health is vital to the life of your trees. This season, winter throughout Massachusetts and Rhode Island has been especially challenging.  Extreme cold temperatures, ice and snow can take their toll on trees and shrubs. Proper tree care and maintenance can make a difference between [...]

A helpful guide to spraying or treating trees for disease and insect control. Provided by Tree Tech, a  full service tree and shrub care company serving Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
One rule of them is that most chemical or hormone-type tree sprays should be used during flowering but before fruit sets, usually from flower buds to the [...]