Monthly Archives: January 2026

21 01, 2026

Needle cast on spruce trees

2026-01-21T22:47:40+00:00

Understanding Needlecast Disease: Coniferous trees, with their lush green needles, are a staple in many landscapes. However, these trees are susceptible to a fungal disease known as needlecast, which can significantly impact their health and appearance. We can help diagnose and treat needlecast to help preserve the beauty and vitality of your evergreens. What is [...]

Needle cast on spruce trees2026-01-21T22:47:40+00:00
20 01, 2026

Soil Sample

2026-01-21T21:44:58+00:00

Soil testing is one of the most important (and most overlooked) steps in building a thick, green lawn in New England’s challenging climate. Many local soils are naturally acidic and nutrient-poor, so a simple soil sample can tell you exactly what your lawn needs—and save you from wasting money on the wrong products.​ Why your [...]

Soil Sample2026-01-21T21:44:58+00:00
19 01, 2026

Whooly adelgid on your hemlocks?!..

2026-01-21T22:03:33+00:00

Hemlock Woolly Adelgid: A Serious Threat to Hemlocks Hemlock trees are a signature species in many Northeastern landscapes, valued for their beauty, privacy, and ecological importance. Unfortunately, these trees face a devastating pest: the Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (HWA). Without proper treatment, infestations can lead to severe decline—and even tree death. Understanding what woolly adelgid is, [...]

Whooly adelgid on your hemlocks?!..2026-01-21T22:03:33+00:00
18 01, 2026

Winter damage to your landscape

2025-12-14T16:10:09+00:00

How Snow and Ice Damage Trees and Shrubs Heavy snow, ice, and freezing rain can cause significant mechanical and physiological damage to trees and shrubs, especially in regions that experience wet, heavy snow or ice storms. Here are the main ways damage occurs: 1. Branch Breakage from Weight Wet snow and ice are much heavier [...]

Winter damage to your landscape2025-12-14T16:10:09+00:00
11 01, 2026

Winter planning for tick control…..

2025-12-14T16:02:31+00:00

Why Winter Is the Best Time to Plan Tick Control Ticks may seem like a warm-weather problem, but the most effective tick control doesn’t start in spring—it starts in winter. Planning ahead during the colder months gives homeowners a major advantage in reducing tick populations, lowering disease risk, and enjoying their yard sooner when warmer [...]

Winter planning for tick control…..2025-12-14T16:02:31+00:00
4 01, 2026

Deer protection

2025-12-14T16:01:18+00:00

Deer Protection for Trees & Shrubs: Effective Treatments That Really Work Deer are beautiful to watch—but when they move into residential landscapes, they can cause serious damage to trees and shrubs. From stripped bark to missing buds and torn branches, deer feeding can quickly undo years of landscape investment. The good news? With the right [...]

Deer protection2025-12-14T16:01:18+00:00