2006 Winter

• Willows and Cottonwoods belong in the same plant family, Salicaceae. • Leitneria floridana, is a small thicket-forming shrub native to Southeast Texas.  Corkwood is the only member of its family and is the only native tree in North America with its own family.  The wood of this tree is unique because it is so [...]

Insect Pest of Western Soapberry Reported from the Dallas Area by Dr. Michael Merchant A new pest to north Texas, the wood-boring beetle Agrilus prionurus, was discovered this summer damaging Western Soapberry trees in the Dallas/Fort Worth area.  The beetle, a native of Mexico, was first discovered in the U.S. attacking native Western Soapberry trees [...]

Neil Sperry’s Hand-Turned Pens Available We would like to inform you of the extraordinary handmade pens from the workshop of Neil Sperry.  We bring them to your attention for two reasons.  First, the pens are beautifully handcrafted from exotic and historic trees.  And second, all proceeds from their sales benefit the McKinney Education Foundation in [...]

Nicolas Martinez Takes 2005 State Tree Climbing Championship by Kevin Bassett Nicolas Martinez, Assistant Production Manager at Arborilogical Services, Inc., was the winner of the 2005 Texas Tree Climbing Championship held in Austin’s historic Zilker Park.  This makes the fourth time Nicolas has won the statewide event!  Arborilogical Services employees Leoncio Carlos and last year’s [...]

The President’s Message Arborilogical Services is a professional organization dedicated to fostering a general appreciation for the benefits of trees and their proper care.  Efforts to educate others stems from the original company philosophies which were defined over 25 years ago!  Our approach is based on research, technology, and current industry standards; and it integrates [...]

Two Additional Arborists Join the Arborilogical Services Staff We are proud to announce the addition of Chris Brewer and Ben Thomas to the staff of Arborists at Arborilogical Services.  Their addition broadens the experience and knowledge base we provide for our clients. Mr. Brewer, an I.S.A. Certified Arborist, brings with him extensive tree care experience [...]

When is it Safe to Prune Oaks? by Russell Peters, Plant Pathologist, Consulting Arborist Our clients often hear different, confusing, or contradictory statements regarding the risks related to the pruning of Oak trees during the spring.  Today’s wealth of information venues often contributes to the confusion.  Why are there concerns about risks associated with pruning [...]