Here’s what you need to know about these insects. ArborCare’s professional arborists can assist you if you have a spruce budworm infestation on your property.

Here’s what you need to know about these insects. ArborCare’s professional arborists can assist you if you have a spruce budworm infestation on your property.

Although often ignored, the trees on your property are of considerable value. After all, they typically take decades to reach their full size and height, if not more than a century. Moreover, trees create welcoming shade on hot summer days and can also be used for swings, tree houses and other kids’ activities. They may…

What do you do with the stump when you cut down a tree on your property? Leaving it to slowly decay on its own is certainly an option. However, if you want to get rid of it, you have two choices: stump grinding or stump removal. There are advantages and disadvantages to each method and…

Oystershell scale, or apple mussel scale, is a potentially fatal tree disease that affects many trees and woody plants in Western Canada. This disease is caused by oystershell scale insects and has been quite destructive in many residential neighbourhoods. The good news is there are ways to protect your trees from this menacing pest. Here’s…

Large trees are majestic and beautiful. However, if they get too big, they can become dangerous. For example, tall trees are at risk of toppling over during a storm or growing into power lines. If you have a large tree on your property, it may be time to call a professional arborist who knows how…