Warning Signs a Tree Has Root Damage
Warning Signs of Root Damage in Your Trees A tree in the yard has been looking a bit worse for wear of late? You may be wondering if there is some sort of trouble brewing underfoot and want to be sure you can identify it before the tree is a hazard. We are here to […]
Fall Tree Care Tips Before a Minnesota Winter
You would be hard put to find a milder winter in Minnesota. So are your trees prepared for one? When the snow is flying, you want to have done the fall work that counts. Have you seen any telltale signs on your trees and put off having them looked at? Birch Tree Care has been […]
Warning Signs of Emerald Ash Borer Infestation in Twin Cities Trees
Is the top of your ash tree looking a bit too thin? You may have seen woodpeckers on the trunk of late where they were not before. Then there is the question of whether an infestation is going on with the ash trees on your property that will not make itself known until you are […]
Fun Facts About Trees and Why They Need a Certified Arborist
A Few Surprises from Your Trees One is apt to wonder at the true age of the trees in one’s yard. Or what is behind the markings on the leaves, or the reason a tree does well while its neighbour is in decline. For all their fascination, trees are not as self-evident as they seem […]
Schedule Tree Removal Services With Confidence
You may be confronted with a situation that requires emergency tree removal but are unsure what to expect. But the process becomes more manageable when you know what will happen when arborists roll up in your yard with all their equipment. Here is a guide that outlines the entire sequence of their work. Getting Their […]
Tips for Trimming Overgrown Trees
The first thing to know before you trim an overgrown tree is how to know if the tree is overgrown. A tree is overgrown when the branches block your ability to see through them, are crossing and rubbing against one another, or are so tangled that air and sunlight can’t penetrate the canopy. Other signs […]
What Is Dutch Elm Disease & How Can You Beat It?
Ever heard of Dutch Elm Disease? It’s also sometimes referred to as Elm Tree Disease and it’s an invasive fungal disease of elm trees that has spread rapidly throughout North America. It also arrived in Minnesota sometime around the summer of 1961. Dutch Elm Disease Symptoms – what are they? There are a variety of […]
Needle Cast Treatment
Needle Cast Disease in Minnesota: What Homeowners Need to Know In Minnesota, evergreens are a staple of our landscapes — offering privacy, beauty, and that classic Northwoods charm we all love. However, if you’ve noticed your Spruce or Pine trees losing needles or looking thin and discolored, you might be dealing with a common issue […]
Emerald Ash Borer: What is it and why is it threatening your home?
What is Emerald Ash Borer? The Emerald Ash Borer is a beetle that was discovered in North America in 2002. The theory behind where they came from and how they got here is that they are thought to have arrived on solid wood packing shipments, that were transported around the world by cargo ships. The […]
Crabby About Crabgrass On Your Property? Let Us Help!
It’s that time of year when the fresh green grass begins to emerge in homeowners’ yards, signifying the spring is here to stay. But grass doesn’t always make its debut alone—sometimes crabgrass threatens to steal the spotlight. After hiding in the soil all winter long, this course, yellow weed can begin to sprout and damper […]