It may be a few years before we fully understand the impact of last summer’s drought and heat on our urban forest. The immediate effect is quite blunt. Whether from relentless heat or lack of … [Read more...]
The Garden Guru: An expert advises on how to treat our trees
March 25, 2012 By
BY NEIL SPERRY - Special to the Star-Telegram When the guy's ringtone is of a chain saw revving, he might be an arborist. I had a chance to visit with Steve Houser, owner of Arborilogical Services, … [Read more...]
Neil Sperry recommends Arborilogical Services
August 22, 2011 By
For all your tree needs Neil Sperry recommends Arborilogical Services, Inc. … [Read more...]
Neil Sperry’s e-gardens Newsletter 7.4
April 2, 2011 By
Volume 7, Issue 4 April, 2011 Oh my, the spring weather! Can it be any better than the next several weeks we have ahead of us. We hope you'll make the most of the season, and we're here with … [Read more...]
Arborist preaches proper tree care
March 24, 2011 By
"It's never been about the money for me," says Arborilogical owner Steve Houser. Despite 30 years as a successful business owner, he says the majority of his actions are driven by one goal: "I want … [Read more...]
Master gardeners hear from arborist
March 10, 2011 By
Although most Texans think of drought and cold as the top enemies of trees, snow, ice and wind can create additional stress that leads to major breakage or toppling, a North Texas arborist told … [Read more...]
Why We Should Care About Trees
February 17, 2011 By
By Steve Houser, Dallas Urban Forest Advisory Committee Chair Trees clean our air, water, and soil. They also add greatly to our health, sense of well being, quality of life, and our economic … [Read more...]
Neil Sperry’s Newsletter 7.2
January 28, 2011 By
Volume 7, Issue 2 February, 2011 I'm ready to start planting! We live in Texas so we can enjoy being outdoors most of the year. That said, this month's e-gardens is going to be right up … [Read more...]
Maverick’s players help plant trees at Reverchon Park
September 2, 2010 By
As seen in: Dallas City Hall Highlights Related DallasNews.com Story As part of the Dallas Mavericks Guard the Planet initiative, the Mavs launched Trees for Wins and committed to plant one tree in … [Read more...]
Bob Woodruff Park in Plano to host Texas Tree Climbing Championships
September 2, 2010 By
Plano’s subdivisions and shopping centers hardly conjure up natural wonder. But a short walk from some mini-mansions, a Chase bank and a Chinese restaurant sits a leafy grove with some of the oldest … [Read more...]