How To’s

• Mistletoe…Parasite or Treasure?

  Mistletoe is the common name for a parasitic flowering plant that grows attached to, and within, the vascular system of a tree or shrub. There are many different species of mistletoe...

• Pathologists Corner - Oak Wilt

  Oak wilt is caused by a fungus (Ceratocystis fagacearum) which colonizes the vascular system of the tree. Conduction of water is disrupted causing the leaves to wilt and ultimately for the tree to die.

• Winter is Prime Time to Manage Mistletoe

  Mistletoe is often associated with peace or romance during the holiday season, when in fact, this holiday symbol is actually a harmful parasite of trees.

• Look for Your Tree's Root Flare

  The root flare is the portion to the tree where the trunk widens at the base as it transitions to the root system.  This flare occurs at the natural grade of the soil.  It is of critical importance that this level be maintained.  The addition of soi...

• Important Landscape Information and Strategies

  The most effective strategy to improve conditions for trees is to maintain large, mulched areas around them. Eliminate grass and use mulch.

• Dormant Season Tree Care

  Although the deciduous trees have lost their leaves for the winter and we humans consider the trees to be dormant, physiologically the tree is very active.  New roots are being developed and the tree is preparing itself for the upcoming spring.  It i...

• Managing Woodpecker Damage

  Woodpecker damage? Learn how to identify and manage woodpecker damage.

• Dormant Oil Application

  Dormant oil applications to trees and shrubs can be a quite effective tool when managing many of our insect and disease problems. The application is done once a year during the dormant season.

• Controlling Cotton Root Rot

  by Walter J.Walla and Everett Janne Extension plant pathologist and Extension landscape horticulturist, The Texas A&M University System. Published originally as TAEX L- 056, November, 1982.Cotton root rot, caused by the fungus Phymatotrichum...

• Air-Spade Investigation

  Base Investigation and Clearing Root Flares Using the Air-spade® The Air-Spade is a handheld soil excavation tool connected to a large air-compressor. The high pressure stream of air is funneled through a small nozzle breaking dense soils apart in...

• How To Hire An Arborist

  Article written by - Steve Houser -Owner and President of Arborilogical Services There can be a great difference between Arborists as far as knowledge and experience. Understanding the difference between a Consulting Arborist, a Certified Arborist,...

• How To Prune A Crepe Myrtle

  A Crepe Myrtle is not quite like any other local plant in how it grows, and is therefore not like others when considering how they can be pruned.

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