This is the fourth part of a series on spring tree insects. This article examines emerald ash borer, and forest tent caterpillar. Introduction In spring, deciduous trees break dormancy, and…
Introduction As winter subsides, and warmer temperatures prevail, plants begin to break dormancy, signaling a changing of the seasons. Spring arrives, and landscapes are renewed, as leaves expand and flowers…
This is the fifth part of a series on spring tree diseases. This article examines Diplodia tip blight of pine, and fire blight. Introduction In spring, as the growing season…
This is the fourth part of a series on spring tree diseases. This article examines cedar-hawthorn rust, and cedar-quince rust. Introduction In spring, as the growing season commences, trees become…
Introduction Winter is an ideal period for pruning trees and shrubs. Pruning in winter is often referred to as dormant pruning. Dormant pruning offers numerous benefits. The absence of foliage…
This is the second half of a two part series on weeping willow. The following examines the tree’s soil and topography, damaging agents and pests, allergenic potential, cultivation, and uses.…
This is the first half of a two part series on weeping willow. The following examines the tree’s distribution and habitat, developmental traits, longevity, height, bark, leaves, flowers, fruit, and…
This is the first half of a two part series on weeping cherry. The following examines the tree’s distribution and habitat, developmental traits, longevity, height, bark, leaves, flowers, fruit, pruning,…
This is the third part of a series on summer tree diseases. This article examines bacterial leaf spot, and bacterial wetwood. Introduction During the summer months, plants are in the…
This is the second part of a series on summer tree diseases. This article examines artist’s conk, and bacterial leaf scorch. Introduction During the summer months, plants are in…