Montgomery & Bucks County, PA

Tree Care Tips

Section of eastern hemlock tree branch with its needles covered with the adelgid’s woolly secretion.

Aug 16 2023

Pests & Diseases

Pennsylvania Hemlocks: Battle Against Hemlock Woolly Adelgid

The hemlock woolly adelgid is an insect pest killing up to 80% of hemlock trees in some areas. Learn what Pennsylvania is doing to stop the attack.
A large caterpillar tent is spiraled around conifer branches against a deep blue sky.

Jul 19 2023

Pests & Diseases

5 Leaf-Eating Insects and the Damage They Cause in PA

Pennsylvania is under attack by a host of leaf-eating insect pests that can hurt your trees. Fighting them starts with identification.
A fallen tree in PA

Jun 6 2023

Tree Care

7 Signs of a Dangerous Tree

Do you know if your tree is dangerous? Here are 7 things you can inspect to tell if your tree is healthy or a hazard, and what to do if your tree poses a danger.
Bacterial leaf scorch (Xylella fastidiosa) on pin oak leaves. Image courtesy of Penn State Department of Plant Pathology & Environmental Microbiology Archives , Penn State University, Bugwood.org

May 18 2023

Pests & Diseases

Bacterial Leaf Scorch

Bacterial leaf scorch is a common and fatal tree disease in eastern Pennsylvania, but it doesn’t have to mean the end for your tree. With the right treatment and preventive actions, you can reduce the spread of BLS and keep your trees healthy.
An adult spotted lanternfly with wings spread out rests on a tree in Pennsylvania.

Apr 27 2023

Pests & Diseases

Spotted Lanternfly – Pest Profile & FAQs

The spotted lanternfly is an invasive pest causing damage to trees and landscapes across Pennsylvania. Learn how to identify its many stages and limit the harm it does on your property.
Trees that were overly pruned or "topped," with the entire top of the trees cut off.

Mar 30 2023

Tree Care

Tree Topping – Just Don’t Do It

Tree topping is commonly done and may seem to be an efficient way to reduce the size of a tree. Unfortunately, it has severe unintended consequences that put your tree and surrounding structures at risk. Learn why tree topping is NOT an acceptable pruning practice.
Clauser Tree uses a tree crane to remove a dead tree.

Mar 30 2023

Tree Removal

Dead Tree Removal: What You Need to Know

Dead and dying trees can be a dangerous hazard. Be proactive! Don't wait for your trees to decline.

Dec 18 2022

Pests & Diseases

Emerald Ash Borer – Get Your Trees Protected

This invasive pest, first discovered in Bucks and Montgomery Counties in 2012, kills ash trees within 1 to 2 years of infestation. Without protective treatments, ash trees will die (it's not "if" but "when").