tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15016388154138997602024-03-12T21:05:13.978-07:00Tree Care for Tree Problems.David W. Boggan is an ISA Board Certified Master Arborist #SO-5270B and Consulting Arborist in Birmingham, Alabama.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603349589478228370noreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1501638815413899760.post-73576358492845094072014-04-04T11:57:00.002-07:002014-04-04T11:57:14.619-07:00In ice-damaged towns, officials face hard decisions about planting trees that withstand storms<a href="http://www.newser.com/article/04fbfa698a454b769e6b50093cc8fa69/in-ice-damaged-towns-officials-face-hard-decisions-about-planting-trees-that-withstand-storms.html">http://www.newser.com/article/04fbfa698a454b769e6b50093cc8fa69/in-ice-damaged-towns-officials-face-hard-decisions-about-planting-trees-that-withstand-storms.html</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603349589478228370noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1501638815413899760.post-43073153105535556292013-06-15T21:32:00.000-07:002013-06-15T21:32:07.324-07:00Best to hire an arborist for pruning<a href="http://www.miamiherald.com/2013/06/01/3426867/best-to-hire-an-arborist-for-pruning.html">http://www.miamiherald.com/2013/06/01/3426867/best-to-hire-an-arborist-for-pruning.html</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603349589478228370noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1501638815413899760.post-85257634026582295272013-05-17T19:01:00.002-07:002013-05-17T19:01:53.013-07:00Ginkgo: The Life Story of The Oldest Tree on Earth<a href="http://e360.yale.edu/feature/peter_crane_history_of_ginkgo_earths_oldest_tree/2646/">http://e360.yale.edu/feature/peter_crane_history_of_ginkgo_earths_oldest_tree/2646/</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603349589478228370noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1501638815413899760.post-42887869325556503052013-05-17T18:21:00.002-07:002013-05-17T18:21:42.503-07:00Clear cutting trees causes problems<a href="http://www.wtnh.com/dpp/news/new_london_cty/clear-cutting-trees-causes-problems#.UZbXVKJthnQ">http://www.wtnh.com/dpp/news/new_london_cty/clear-cutting-trees-causes-problems#.UZbXVKJthnQ</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603349589478228370noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1501638815413899760.post-13844281277642680862013-05-06T15:55:00.003-07:002013-05-06T15:55:35.609-07:00Mulch 'volcanoes' do more damage than good<a href="http://www.newsleader.com/article/20130504/LIFESTYLE/305040004/Mulch-volcanoes-do-more-damage-than-good">http://www.newsleader.com/article/20130504/LIFESTYLE/305040004/Mulch-volcanoes-do-more-damage-than-good</a><br />
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Keep your trees healthy and avoid excessive mulch around the base of trees.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603349589478228370noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1501638815413899760.post-70694443798073879752013-05-06T15:34:00.001-07:002013-05-06T15:34:59.714-07:00Construction protection for trees<a href="http://napavalleyregister.com/lifestyles/home-and-garden/columnists/bill-pramuk/construction-protection-for-trees/article_80ff9c20-b44d-11e2-88eb-0019bb2963f4.html">http://napavalleyregister.com/lifestyles/home-and-garden/columnists/bill-pramuk/construction-protection-for-trees/article_80ff9c20-b44d-11e2-88eb-0019bb2963f4.html</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603349589478228370noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1501638815413899760.post-25055051640980215812013-04-16T17:36:00.003-07:002013-04-16T17:36:39.817-07:00Don't use spikes when climbing trees to prune them<a href="http://www.knoe.com/story/21960713/dont-use-spikes-when-climbing-trees-to-prune-them">http://www.knoe.com/story/21960713/dont-use-spikes-when-climbing-trees-to-prune-them</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603349589478228370noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1501638815413899760.post-14540858592986506972013-04-16T17:12:00.001-07:002013-04-16T17:12:33.734-07:00Don't Plant Bradford Pear Trees<a href="http://www.newsmagazinenetwork.com/2013041633754/taking-over-bradford-pear-trees-are-not-what-we-thought/">http://www.newsmagazinenetwork.com/2013041633754/taking-over-bradford-pear-trees-are-not-what-we-thought/</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603349589478228370noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1501638815413899760.post-76619779180987471092013-03-28T04:25:00.002-07:002013-03-28T04:25:51.116-07:00Battle against pine beetle goes microscopic with genome breakthrough <a href="http://bc.ctvnews.ca/battle-against-pine-beetle-goes-microscopic-with-genome-breakthrough-1.1213476">http://bc.ctvnews.ca/battle-against-pine-beetle-goes-microscopic-with-genome-breakthrough-1.1213476</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603349589478228370noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1501638815413899760.post-27192722428270409352013-03-22T21:10:00.000-07:002013-03-22T21:10:11.714-07:00Arborist may be able to save foundation from intruding oak<a href="http://www.theeagle.com/news/gardening/neil_sperry/article_b63883ae-1e82-5562-8341-e9f4347848b8.html">http://www.theeagle.com/news/gardening/neil_sperry/article_b63883ae-1e82-5562-8341-e9f4347848b8.html</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603349589478228370noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1501638815413899760.post-55963479752023815712013-03-22T21:07:00.000-07:002013-03-22T21:07:04.663-07:00Glen Rock may need arborist for tree safety effort<a href="http://www.northjersey.com/news/197778581_Glen_Rock_may_need_arborist_for_tree_safety_effort.html">http://www.northjersey.com/news/197778581_Glen_Rock_may_need_arborist_for_tree_safety_effort.html</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603349589478228370noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1501638815413899760.post-34210952232379122902013-03-22T21:01:00.002-07:002013-03-22T21:01:24.229-07:00Using horticultural oil sprays can help with pest control<a href="http://www.lancastereaglegazette.com/article/20130322/NEWS01/303220018/Using-horticultural-oil-sprays-can-help-pest-control">http://www.lancastereaglegazette.com/article/20130322/NEWS01/303220018/Using-horticultural-oil-sprays-can-help-pest-control</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603349589478228370noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1501638815413899760.post-866595812580704812013-03-14T17:46:00.001-07:002013-03-14T17:46:39.677-07:00Scientists map genome of fungus that causes Dutch elm disease<a href="http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/03/130314110246.htm#.UUJvUHqG0Mg.blogger">Scientists map genome of fungus that causes Dutch elm disease</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603349589478228370noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1501638815413899760.post-86781128813886146762013-02-09T12:07:00.000-08:002013-02-09T12:07:37.705-08:00ISA Certified Arborist the most qualified to work on trees<a href="http://www.lompocrecord.com/lifestyles/home-and-garden/isa-certified-arborist-the-most-qualified-to-work-on-trees/article_2521f35a-6f54-11e2-91c8-0019bb2963f4.html"> ISA Certified Arborist the most qualified to work on trees</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603349589478228370noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1501638815413899760.post-56571057236403764372013-01-22T15:33:00.000-08:002013-01-22T15:33:08.700-08:00Guarding Trees During Construction<a href="http://www.chicagotribune.com/classified/realestate/home/ct-sun-0120-garden-qa-20130122,0,5361123.story">Guarding Trees During Construction</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603349589478228370noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1501638815413899760.post-76981437630186760062013-01-21T15:13:00.001-08:002013-01-21T15:13:56.447-08:00NewsWorks: Give trees a chance<a href="http://www.newsworks.org/index.php/blogs/ground-level/item/49864">NewsWorks: Give trees a chance</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603349589478228370noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1501638815413899760.post-79555826971454709242013-01-21T15:05:00.000-08:002013-01-21T15:05:27.918-08:00What Kills Tree Care DIY-ers? <a href="http://fb.me/2yUCjoWg7">http://fb.me/2yUCjoWg7 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A large diameter tree branch suddenly snaps and falls to the ground on a calm afternoon. Often a phenomenon called "Sudden Branch Drop" is quoted as being the problem. Although this may be the cause in many circumstances; upon further inspection of this tree branch; the culprit is decay within the branch.</div>
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It is easy to see the decay (dark brown areas) within this tree branch. The decay is on the top of the branch down to about 45% of the entire area. The limb could no longer support the weight; therefore; it snapped off at the weakest point. Have your trees inspected by a certified arborist. There are visual signs that may indicate the presence of decay or structural tree problems within the tree. If you live in the Birmingham, Alabama area please contact me David W. Boggan - ISA Certified Arborist #SO-5270A at 205-854-3676 or <a href="http://www.thms-expectmore.com/">http://www.thms-expectmore.com/</a></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603349589478228370noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1501638815413899760.post-75366604189926931082012-03-06T04:33:00.000-08:002012-03-06T04:33:15.798-08:00Dangerous Tree Defects - Root Damage Root rot is a main concern with tree stability. The roots anchor the tree. Without the root system the tree would not be able to stand upright. Tunneling or trenching to install irrigation, gas lines, drainage lines, and cable lines severs and compromises the root system. The closer the trench is to the trunk of the tree the more severe the root damage. Trees with compromised root systems are more prone to be wind thrown. Root damage can be caused by many other practices. Construction is a major problem of root damage. The installation of driveways, new landscapes, or additions to homes are just a few practices that injure tree roots.<br />
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Damage to tree roots can cause fungi to enter the damaged roots which cause decay. The decay further compromises the roots ability to properly anchor and support the tree. The decay can also slowly move up into the base of the tree. The most common signs of root damage are dead and dying branches from the top of the tree downward. The tree slowly dies from the top down. Large branches can drop onto vehicles parked under the tree especially during windy, stormy weather. Some trees can look perfectly healthy and have major root decay/damage. These trees seem to be the most dangerous because the fungi are slowly killing the root system while all visible signs indicate a healthy tree.<br />
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I've witnessed many new home sites selected due to a mature oak tree just to have the tree slowly die within the first seven years after the home was built because of damage to the tree and it's roots. Now the home owner has lost the tree and is looking at spending an additional $2,000-$5,000 dollars to have the tree removed. The worse part is <strong>this could have been prevented.</strong> How could this be prevented you might ask....? <strong>By contacting a Certified Arborist</strong>. A certified Arborist could come out and draw up a pre-construction plan to protect that tree(s). This plan properly followed would save all the heartache and frustration of loosing the main reason you selected that property to build that home. Contact a certified arborist before any trenching, new construction, or any work around trees. Don't leave it up to the contractor. The contractor will be long gone when you shell out the extra money to remove that tree they basically killed.<br />
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If you already have a concern with a tree after construction don't call any tree service. Call a certified arborist to look and access that tree. To find a certified arborist in your area: go to <a data-mce-href="http://www.isa-arbor.com/" href="http://www.isa-arbor.com/">http://www.isa-arbor.com/</a> and click on the right hand side of the page under: I am a Tree owner – find a tree care service.<br />
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<a href="http://www.alabama-arborist.com/">http://www.alabama-arborist.com/</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603349589478228370noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1501638815413899760.post-58156937301830632212012-03-05T10:52:00.000-08:002012-03-05T10:52:01.435-08:00Dangerous Tree Defects - Decay<code></code>Decay is one of the most dangerous tree defects within the tree. The structural strength of a tree can be compromised by the degree of decay that is present within the tree. Fungi enter a tree by various ways but one of the most common is through some type of injury. These fungi break down wood which reduces its strength. This process happens over time and can vary with the type of wood decaying fungi present. Wood degradation fungi break down the wood by secreting various enzymes. Depending on the fungi and the tree host these wood decaying fungi attack different parts of the wood. This reduces it's strength, stiffness or both. These rots are classified as soft rot, brown rot, and white rot.<br />
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Wood decay can easily be hidden from view because of the inability to see inside of a tree. Many trees that fail or are wind thrown looked perfectly healthy from the perspective of visual appearance. This can be very deceptive. There are visual signs of possible wood decay within a tree and a <strong>certified arborist trained to see these potential indicators of decay would be your best choice if you have any concerns about your tree(s).</strong> I want to emphasize that someone who cuts (fells) trees for a living does not qualify them to determine tree structure problems or tree risk assessment evaluations. I will explain it like someone that mows grass for a living. This does not qualify them as an horticulturalist. They should not be given the keys to perform any task needed on your landscape. Many awful horticultural dyslexic (backwards and wrong) practices occur everyday by well meaning people that have no business; as an example; pruning shrubs or planting trees. The same goes with arboriculture. Just because someone cuts trees for a living; dosen't qualify them to make tree structure assessments. I've seen many damaging practices to trees that can not be replaced or regrown within our life time. Sad... be aware; it happens every day.<br />
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To find a certified arborist in your area: go to <a data-mce-href="http://www.isa-arbor.com/" href="http://www.isa-arbor.com/">http://www.isa-arbor.com/</a> and click on the right hand side of the page under: I am a Tree owner - find a tree care service.<br />
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<a href="http://alabama-arborist.com/">Alabama-arborist.com</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00603349589478228370noreply@blogger.com0