If you’ve walked out to your yard and noticed a sudden influx of bugs on your tree, you aren’t alone. Maryland’s humid climate makes our landscape a magnet for insects. While many are harmless, a true tree bug infestation can… Read More
Archive for the ‘Tree Health’ Category
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Can a Split Tree Limb Be Saved? The Ultimate Guide to Tree Repair in Maryland
Finding a split limb on a prized White Oak or a sagging branch on your favorite Cherry tree is a stressful moment for any homeowner. In Maryland, our landscape faces a unique gauntlet of weather from heavy winter ice loads… Read More
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How to Treat Black Knot in Maryland
You spot it when the leaves drop. A branch that looked fine in summer suddenly shows a hard, black, warty swelling that seems to grow right out of the bark. In Maryland, that “black fungus” is often black knot, a… Read More
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Tree Pests in Maryland: How to Spot an Infestation Before It Spreads
Maryland’s trees take a beating in a single season. Humid summers speed up insect activity, sudden storms tear branches and open fresh wounds, and dry stretches stress roots and weaken natural defenses. When pests show up, they often take advantage… Read More
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Learn How To Protect Young Trees from Cicadas in Central Maryland
Cicadas are here, and homeowners in the Central Maryland area might be worried. Learn how to keep your tree safe.
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How to Deal with Cicadas in Your Trees
If you’ve been tending to your trees, lawn, or garden this spring, you may have encountered your fair share of insects already. One pest that Maryland homeowners are especially wary of are cicadas in trees. Although annual cicadas are common… Read More
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Why Are My Tree’s Leaves Turning Brown?
Browning leaves are most often seen in the colder months, as trees are susceptible to frost damage that can discolor their foliage. This doesn’t always indicate that your tree itself is dying, but it may temporarily alter your tree’s appearance… Read More
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6 Signs That Your Tree Might Be Diseased
Diseased trees can post a dangerous threat to your family and your home, as they become weakened and can fall when you’re not expecting it. Take a look at these common warning signs you’re dealing with a deceased tree and… Read More
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Prepping Your Trees For Tropical Storms and Hurricanes
One of the biggest worries when it comes to this time of year is how your trees are going to hold up against the weather. It’s no secret that tropical storms and hurricanes can wreak havoc.
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Which Bugs Are Bad for Your Trees?
If you head out into the summer night, you’ll probably hear the ringing of local insects. The cicadas in trees are quite loud this year. But are these pests actually pestering your trees? Let’s take a look at which creepy… Read More