When bark shedding is natural In recent weeks when I walk around Westchester I have noticed many trees that are rapidly shedding their bark. Admittedly, this can look very alarming, but the truth is that in most cases it is a completely natural occurrence. The most...
Ornamental trees or shrubs are very simply, plants that are grown for a decorative purpose. Each ornamental at some point was hand selected and planted for a reason. Maybe it provides shade in a much needed spot, perhaps it adds texture to an area that felt blah,...
What are Horticultural Oils? Horticultural Oils are lightweight oils with either a petroleum or vegetable base that have been manufactured specifically for agricultural and horticultural uses. These oils have been highly refined to remove any and all impurities and...
As we are sure many of you know, we are in the midst of one of the worst tick seasons in many years. If you have not already signed up for routine yard sprays, it’s not too late, and we have an additional treatment measure we urge you to take advantage of, Tick...
What are Inoculations Used For? Just like humans, trees too require vaccines and immunizations to protect them from harmful diseases, insect infestations and fungal infections. The process of giving medicine to a tree for any reason, is called an inoculation or a...
