Tree Fungus shows up on Ontario properties far more often than most homeowners expect. A hard shelf pushes out of a maple trunk. Honey coloured mushrooms rise at the base of an oak in October. Some of these growths are harmless. Others are the only visible sign of...
Ontario property owners deal with common tree diseases that damage landscapes and reduce property values. Fungal tree diseases, bacterial infections, and invasive species attack many tree species across St. Thomas, London, and Middlesex County. Stumps ‘R’...
Who doesn’t love to step out into your backyard one sunny morning and be welcomed by peaceful greenery? As Danger Twins said, “It’s a thing of beauty.” However, this beauty can be destroyed by tree disorders and poor health. Tree health is...
In Ontario, our trees face a big problem due to tiny pests known as tree borers. These small beetles, not originally from North America, have become major invasive species, hurting many trees across Ontario’s landscape and forests. They sneak into Canada, hiding...
Trees can develop “tree rot” in soil and natural landscapes due to excessive moisture or cold temperatures in the ground. This can lead to dead sections in the tree trunk and an overall decline in tree health. The exact causes of tree rot can vary, but...
Are you noticing a decline in the health of your tree or trees nestled in your backyard? If this seems true, you should take it upon yourself to learn the 5 signs of a deteriorating tree and see what is possible to bring it back to life or have the tree removed....