Winter Tree Care

Winter Tree Care Tips

Winter is quickly approaching and now is the perfect time to make new habits when it comes to your winter tree care. While your tree sheds its leaves and prepares for another dormant season of life, proper tree care from the owners is crucial. Follow these winter tree care tips to help your trees thrive […]

Summer Tree Care

Summer Tree Care: Proper irrigation is key

As we near the end of quarantine and the beginning of Summer many of us are eager to get outside and enjoy our favorite summer activities. Whether you plan to go somewhere or just spend more time utilizing your home’s outdoor space, one important thing to keep in mind is that while the idea of […]

California Citrus Greening Disease Progression

California Quarantine for Asian Citrus Psyllid and HLB

The Asian citrus psyllid (ACP) was first discovered in the United States, specifically Florida, in 1998. A decade later in 2008, the insect was detected for the first time in California. This insect is a carrier of the deadly huánglóngbìng (HLB), commonly known as citrus greening disease. This disease can go undetected in citrus trees […]

Texas, Citrus Greening Disease is Threatening Our Citrus

Citrus trees at a local nursery

Huanglongbing (HLB), commonly known as citrus greening disease, was first detected in Texas in 2012 and has since spread to 17 counties across the southern portion of the state. Florida has already lost more than US$4 billion in their economy since the disease was first detected in Miami-Dade County in 2005. Texas is actively trying […]

Understanding the Global Impact of Citrus Greening Disease

Huanglongbing (HLB), commonly known as citrus greening disease, is a disease spread by the Asian citrus psyllid. After this sap sucking bug has fed on the stems and leaves of infected trees, it carries the bacteria that causes the disease to the next tree it feeds on. The disease eventually kills the tree, but before […]

Landscaping Trees: Choosing the Best Plants for Your Yard

Craftsman Home with Landscaping Trees

Landscaping provides the opportunity to accentuate the beauty of your home, while also delivering several other benefits. Choosing the right tree typically involves thinking about the reasons behind your decision to include trees in your backyard design. It’s also important to consider the environmental aspects of your outdoor area while complimenting the existing size, color […]

California Arbor Day

Arbor Day is a holiday created to honor natures best resource, trees! Thanks to one passionate tree lover by the name of J. Sterling Morton, Arbor Day was first celebrated in Nebraska on April 10, 1892. With nearly one million trees planted that day it was a massive success. Since then, Arbor day has become […]

Why You Should Use Tree Fertilizer

MitoGrow Pellets displayed in a bowl

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Helping Trees Overcome Drought

Help Trees Overcome Drought

Warmer temperatures magnify the effects of drought and in cooler months, many forget drought can still plague trees. Before discussing ways to help trees overcome drought, it’s important to note a few reasons why helping them is so important. Trees Help Control Flooding Wildfires are always a concern when an area has gone an extended […]

How to Pick the Perfect Tree

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How to Pick the Perfect Tree Fall is quickly approaching, and that means it’s almost tree planting season here in Texas! There are several things to consider when selecting a tree, but you can use some of our tips to help you pick the perfect one. Before buying one, realize that different trees thrive in different […]