A: It’s a side effect of the fertilization process. When fertilizer is added to the root zone of a tree or shrub it can’t help but fertilize the lawn a little bit as well. The increased nutrients cause the grass to grow in green clumps.

A: Light pruning, which is usually all that should be needed in proactive tree management programs can be done at any time of the year. If major pruning is needed to compensate for structural defects or other reasons, winter is the best time because leaves don’t obscure the tree’s structure. It also depends, somewhat, on the species of the tree(s).

A: Newly planted trees and shrubs should be watered approximately twice each week when there is no rain. Be sure to direct irrigation water onto the root ball of the tree(s), where most of the live roots are located. Most established plants should be irrigated thoroughly once a week during the growing season when no rain occurs. Moisture meters (tensiometers) can be installed by Arborists to assess plant water needs.

A: Sometimes tree care is a multiple-choice answer – the diagnosis may not be obvious. An associate will identify the problem area(s), recommend a program of treatment, and perform the procedure(s) necessary. We believe in proactive (preventive) care programs – maintaining healthy landscapes – avoiding decline and damage rather than reactive tree care that is performed after problems occur.

A: When it comes to landscape, we do it all. We care for landscapes inside and out, trees, and irrigation. Our company provides design, construction, and maintenance services along with our nursery and tree services. With our resources and experience, we have unmatched depth and capability.