Pests, Disease, and Fungi

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By Eric Putnam February 27, 2026
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.
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By Eric Putnam February 13, 2026
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.
By Eric Putnam January 30, 2026
In this blog I detail our journey to having possibly found a working treatment to the devastating Rose Rosette Virus(RRV) .
By Eric Putnam January 9, 2026
Blog 2 in our Arborist Observation series. In this blog, we cover the deadly Laurel Wilt.
By Eric Putnam December 1, 2025
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 !
By Eric Putnam November 14, 2025
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.
By Eric Putnam October 3, 2025
In this blog, we delve into the silent killer that lurks at the base of your trees... Ganeoderma.
By Eric Putnam September 5, 2025
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 !
By Eric Putnam May 9, 2025
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!
By Eric Putnam May 2, 2025
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.
By Eric Putnam April 4, 2025
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!
By Eric Putnam November 22, 2024
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.
By Eric Putnam November 15, 2024
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.
By Eric Putnam August 30, 2024
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.
By Eric Putnam August 9, 2024
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.
By Eric Putnam April 29, 2024
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.
This image shows living pine bark beetles and their larva in the cambium of a pine tree.
By Eric Putnam November 8, 2023
Various species of Bark Beetles attack Southern Pine Trees and Pine Trees all over the world. Find out why, how, and what you can do about them.