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Windsail Pruning on Mature Redwoods - Does it Help? Redwood trees, the giants of the forest, are the world’s tallest trees! They're stunning and awe-inspiring as you journey up the coast. However, having one near your home, even if it's not towering at 300 feet, can be quite daunting when winter winds hit 40-50 mph. Are these winds safe for the tre...

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Why is my coast live oak turning brown? Do you have an evergreen native oak tree gracing your property or neighborhood? Lately, you might have noticed something odd – brown leaves amidst an otherwise healthy canopy, especially in the lower portion of the tree. If this caught your eye, take a closer look at the leaves or twigs to see if ...

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Check out our latest blog! "Why are there apples in my Oak tree?"

Why Are There Apples in My Oak Tree? You may have noticed what appears to be “apples” clustered on the branches of your oak tree and wondered if it was some sort of fruit. Even though it looks very much like an apple and feels like one if you are able to reach one, please, DO NOT eat it!  So if they are not “apples” what are t...

Check out our latest blog. The "Birds and the Bees" and the TREES.... and all that pollen!!

Pollen, Allergies, and Botanical Sexism This is the time of year when pollen counts make the news, and cars, sidewalks, and patios are covered in a layer of yellow dust. It is a sure sign of spring but for those who suffer from allergies, it can be a sign of the end of being able to breathe comfortably until the pollen subsides. So w...

Last week John talked to the crew about sounding with a mallet to evaluate the structure of a tree. The wood sounds different when it's solid versus decayed, as the decayed wood has a lower or more "hollow" sound. You use the mallet first to identify areas of potential decay in case you want to bring in more advanced tools like a resistograph (because you don't want to arbitrarily drill into a tree that doesn't have issues). Although it may be simple, it gets the job done!

A big congratulations to Rhys and Tim, who passed their Certified Arborist and Certified Tree Worker tests last week, respectfully. We're always excited when members of our company decide to take their education one step further. Rhys will now become an official estimator out in the field, and Tim will continue as one of our stellar tree climbers. 🌳