Tree Health, Diagnosis, and Plant Health Care

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By Eric Putnam April 10, 2026
This blog covers 3 real accounts given by our arborists, detailing real tree murders they’ve witnessed. Reader discretion advised.
By Eric Putnam April 11, 2025
PHC isn’t just about treating pests or diseases. It’s about looking at the entire system a tree is living in—soil conditions, site history, climate compatibility, moisture levels, pruning practices, and even nearby construction activity. As a Board-Certified Master Arborist, I’ve found that educating property owners about PHC is one of the most important steps in creating healthy landscapes and resilient trees.
By Eric Putnam February 21, 2025
Give your trees the boost they need with our organic, all-natural biostimulant service. Contact us today to schedule your bi-annual application and watch your landscape thrive!
By Eric Putnam January 10, 2025
Lichen is a fascinating organism that often raises concerns among tree owners. Many homeowners notice lichen growing on their trees and wonder if it poses a threat to the health of their landscape. As a certified arborist, I aim to clarify the facts and dispel common misconceptions about lichen and its relationship with trees, read this weeks blog to learn more!
By Eric Putnam October 7, 2024
If you've ever wandered through a forest, admired a sprawling oak, or simply observed the trees in your yard, you might have wondered where these beautiful plants got their color
By Eric Putnam September 13, 2024
CODIT is an acronym for Compartmentalization Of Decay In Trees. This term is used in the tree care industry to describe the processes that occurs when a tree is wounded.
By Eric Putnam July 5, 2024
In the tree industry, we are constantly coming across trees who have fallen victim to herbicide damage. in this blog we will delve into what herbicides are and their effects on trees.
By Eric Putnam June 28, 2024
Do you have a dead tree in your yard and dont know what to do with it? In this blog we will explore all of your options from recycling, repurposing, and removal!
By Eric Putnam May 2, 2024
Ever wondered the similarities between a Certified Arborist and a Doctor? Check out this blog that details the fascinating parallels between the two industries.
This is the logo of the International Society of Arboriculture
By Eric Putnam February 9, 2024
If you're considering hiring an arborist to care for your trees, you should know what they do, why they do it, and their qualifications. Read now to find out!
This photo shows how the PH of your soil is directly affected by the tree itself.
By Eric Putnam February 1, 2024
Many conditions present are similar to a PH (Potential for Hydrogen) imbalance, so it is very commonly misdiagnosed. Read to debunk the myths surrounding your tree's soil.
This image shows a headshot of Eric Putnam BCMA standing next to a palm tree with his arms crossed.
By Eric Putnam February 1, 2024
Ever wonder when is the best time to call an Arborist? We are here to help with this informative blog!
This image shows how vines that have taken over a fence were quickly killed off by a freeze
By Eric Putnam January 1, 2024
Explore with us the ways in which you can identify whether or not your plant has been damaged by a previous freeze or by an upcoming freeze.
This photo shows a large lightning strike in a large forest that is fertilizing many trees.
By Eric Putnam December 15, 2023
Lightning might be scary and cause damage if it directly hits something, but if it strikes near your tree it might just be in luck for a free fertilization!