EAB Spotted in Oregon The USDA has recently confirmed that the emerald ash borer (EAB) beetle has emerged in the state of Oregon. This invasive wood-boring beetle beetle poses a significant threat to ash trees. The emerald ash borer lays its eggs within the bark crevices of ash trees. Upon hatching, the larvae tunnel into […]
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As summers here in the Pacific Northwest get hotter and drier, many urban gardeners can tend towards over-watering their trees. Excessive watering is a common cause of tree decline, particularly in urban areas. Too much water leads to prolonged saturation of tree root systems. This excess water displaces oxygen, suffocating and ultimately killing the roots.
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Although the terms “trimming” and “pruning” are occasionally used interchangeably, they actually have distinct objectives. Pruning primarily addresses the tree’s present condition, entailing the elimination of deceased, diseased, or infected sections to preserve its overall health. On the other hand, trimming encompasses the removal of both unhealthy and healthy branches and foliage, primarily for aesthetic
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