Should Leaves be Raked?
Fall is a beautiful season of changing colors and cooler temperatures, but with all the beauty comes an inevitable mess. One of the most common complaints about Fall is the number of leaves that [...]
If my tree falls on the road, who is responsible?
Have you ever wondered “if my tree falls on the road who is responsible?” It’s an important question to consider, as the cost of damage from a fallen tree can be substantial. Knowing who is [...]
Common Tree Hazards
Winters in western Oregon and Washington are always wet. Storms blow through, shattering limbs and uprooting trees from the water-soaked earth. If there’s snow and ice, trees have to deal with [...]
Diseases Of Oak Trees
Let’s discuss a topic that many homeowners and property owners are concerned about: oak tree pests and diseases. Majestic oak trees are beautiful, iconic pieces of the Pacific Northwest [...]
Summer Tree Pruning: When to Get Started and What to Do
Summer is almost here! Things are blooming and many homeowners are out and about getting their yards beautified. When it comes to your trees, don’t forget that they require special care. If they [...]
Oregon Tree ID: Looking Up in the Beaver State
There is a lot to love about Oregon, but the greenery that comes along with its geography is one of the best things about the state. Are you a resident or a visitor interested in Oregon tree [...]
Types Of Trees In Oregon
The Pacific Northwest is full of beautiful greenery. Oregon itself is home to a wide variety of trees. What are some of the types of trees in Oregon? According to the Oregon Forest Resources [...]
How To Protect Newly Planted Trees From Frost
One of the best parts of planting a new tree is seeing it bloom and flourish. But for it to be healthy and thrive, it must be protected and taken care of properly. With the weather starting to [...]
Fall Tree Care: What to Do and When to Do It
Living in the Pacific Northwest means you are surrounded by beautiful trees all year long. Many trees may not require as much attention and care as your garden beds or flowers, but they can’t be [...]
Landscaping For Fire Prevention — Now and for the Future
Whenever we enter the summer season here in the Pacific Northwest, we also enter a period of hotter, drier weather. With current climate models and forecasts predicting that we may be entering a [...]
Girdling Roots On A Maple Tree
Girdling roots sounds like something one does to a tree rather than something the tree inflicts upon itself. It sounds almost benign — as if girdling roots were a task that we green thumbs [...]
Arbor Day Tree Care Tips And Techniques
Arbor Day is a time to celebrate trees and to plant new ones. This dual purpose allows us to reflect on a couple of things. First, it reminds us how crucial trees are to our physical and mental [...]
