Heat and Leaf Drop Each summer, as we enter August, I get calls from concerned customers about early leaf drop on their trees. Some of the most effected species include willow, birch, and tulip poplar. While diseases and insects can… Continue Reading…
August 7, 2020
Dieback on Falsecypress I’ve been out to diagnose several falsecypress (Chamaecyparis spp.) over the last few weeks. These trees have shown dieback of entire branches scattered randomly throughout the tree (see photo at bottom of page). The primary pathogen present is a… Continue Reading…
August 7, 2020
Although summer doesn’t officially start until next week, it’s without a doubt summer-like weather. Temperatures are in the upper 80s, and rain is getting spotty. I strongly recommend irrigating young trees, shrubs, and perennials, as well as annual flowers and… Continue Reading…
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August 7, 2020
Winter 2020 The weather this winter is abnormally warm. I spent the week of Christmas/Hanukkah with my family on our back porch is shirt sleeves! Quite a shock for my daughter, who flew in from Alaska! We’ve had very few… Continue Reading…