You are particular about the appearance of your property and notice spent flowers, withered leaves and broken stems that need to be picked up as you want everything to be neat and tidy! But, you...

How to Properly Mulch Around Your Trees

If you have an abundance of trees as part of your landscaping, you most likely have at least considered mulching around them. How do you do it? What are the do’s and don’ts of mulching trees?

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What is sudden branch drop syndrome, and how you can deal with it safely on your property?

Lion’s tailing is the “gutting??? of a tree by removing a large number of the inner branches. The limbs of the tree look like a lion’s tail after pruning. The limbs will appear “long and slender??? with a “puff??? of foliage at the end, like...

Pruning Techniques: Pollarding vs. Topping a Tree

Tree pruning is a very interesting subject. Many people view pruning as an art, however, there are specific methods and techniques that must be performed correctly to ensure a trees future...

It is normal for a tree to lose bark. However, bark may fall off after excessive heat or frost damage. Bark falls off an unhealthy tree, so look  other signs of stress such as cankers, sap, or dead leaves and twigs.

The Basic Anatomy of a Tree
We know what a tree is – but there is no precise definition which is completely recognized of what a tree is in ordinary language or in botany. 

In the broadest viewpoint, a tree is any plant formed with an...

Routine tree inspections are an essential part of a holistic and environmentally responsible tree care plan. Here are our top three reasons you should consider Arborist Now’s Tree and Plant Healthcare Program.

Tree Branching: What is Opposite Branching?

Unless you spend an extensive amount of time around trees, you may not have noticed that they have different types of branching . Let’s take a look at the differences.

Depending on the tree you are...

Is it Time for a House Call?

Spring is a great time to consider San Francisco tree and shrub pruning service before the warm weather rush begins. 

Protecting your Trees from Common Spring Diseases

Tree diseases and pests can make an...