Pests, Disease, and Fungi

Blog 3 in our Arborist Observation series. In this first blog, we delve into our experience with Asian Cycad Scale in our Greater Houston Service area.

Recently, our arborists have noticed an uprise in mistletoe cases across the greater Houston area. Read this blog to learn more about these romanticized vampires.

In this blog I detail our journey to having possibly found a working treatment to the devastating Rose Rosette Virus(RRV) .

Blog 2 in our Arborist Observation series. In this blog, we cover the deadly Laurel Wilt.

If you’ve ever noticed a dark, powdery coating on the leaves of your trees, shrubs, or even the plants and patio furniture beneath them, you’re likely seeing black sooty mold. Check ut this blog to learn more !

This is the first blog in our newest series called Arborist Observations. In this first blog, we delve into our experience with whiteflies in our Greater Houston Service area.

In this blog, we delve into the silent killer that lurks at the base of your trees... Ganeoderma.

Recently, in the greater-houston area, there has been a large lace bug presence draining the life from sycamores and elms. Check out this blog to learn more !

We’ve seen a noticeable uptick in pine tree deaths across the Greater Houston area, and one culprit is showing up again and again: the Black Turpentine Beetle. Learn more about these pests in this weeks blog!

Lethal bronzing is a deadly palm disease spread by the American palm cixiid. This blog explains how to identify symptoms, understand the insect’s life cycle, and use insecticides, grass management, and preventive care to protect your palms.

Borer infestations are a serious threat to trees, often going unnoticed until significant damage is done. From sawdust to sap, your tree could be sending distress signals. Read our latest blog to find out what to look for and when to call a certified arborist!

Pine tip borers are small yet highly destructive pests that can severely damage pine trees if left unchecked. Understanding how to identify these pests, their lifecycle, and their effects is essential for keeping your trees healthy and thriving.

Pine bark beetles are tiny but mighty pests that can wreak havoc on your pine trees. They spread quickly, introduce harmful pathogens, and often mean certain death for infested trees.

Ball moss is a small, tufted plant often found on trees in the southern region commonly mistaken to be harmless. In this article, we'll delve into the impact of ball moss on trees and what you can do to manage it.

Crape myrtles are cherished for their vibrant summer blooms and striking bark. However, these beautiful trees and shrubs face a growing threat from crape myrtle bark scale. In this blog we will delve into CMBS, prevention, and management tips tho keep your crape myrtles thriving.

Phytophthora is a root rot disease that plagues plants of all kinds, causing emmense economic and environmental loss across the world. This pathogen or 'Plant Destroyer' as it kills its host starting from the roots and growing upward through the tree or plant.