And The Award For “Most Likely To Succeed In 2017” Goes To…
Drum roll please… And the winner of the Minnesota Business Magazine’s “Most Likely to Succeed in 2017” award goes to… Birch Tree Care! We are thrilled and honored to have won this award and since we were unable to make an official acceptance speech – we thought we would write one! BIRCH TREE CARE’S OFFICIAL ACCEPTANCE […]
Your Tree’s New Year’s Resolutions
As we turn the page on 2016, many of us are making New Year’s resolutions we vow to keep. From staying healthy to getting more organized, you may be surprised to realize that your common resolutions are very similar to what your trees are wanting in 2017. NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION: GET ORGANIZED Whether it’s organizing […]
Salty On Rock Salt? We Can Help!
Minnesota winter weather means white snow, crisp air and unfortunately… rock salt. Rock salt is frequently used during the cold winters as a de-icing agent, prevent winter accidents on roads, driveways and sidewalks. The same qualities that make the salt a great solution against slippery ice can make it toxic for your lawn. Removal of […]
Oh Deer! How To Manage Deer Browsing Your Property
A deer grazing in a field is a peaceful sight. However, if you like your plants, a dear in your yard treating your landscape like a free meal is not an ideal situation. Fortunately, there are a few techniques you can use to manage deer browsing, while keeping the deer safe and reducing damage to […]
Why Your Evergreen Is Dying From The Bottom Up
Evergreen trees turning brown from the bottom up can be an unsightly scene. There are many reasons why evergreen trees and shrubs turn color and sometimes die. If your evergreens are turning into ever-browns, look for these common symptoms to see how to save your declining tree. Lack of water Drought-stressed trees gradually turn yellowish-green, […]
Who’s Making Webs In Your Tree?
Web-producing pest infestations are an unsightly problem for trees and can seem to appear out of nowhere. And you may wonder, what kind of spider builds webs in trees? Surprisingly, it isn’t a spider. It’s another tree pest – fall webworms. So, what they are, why do they make webs and how do you get […]
Don’t Chop Off Your Top!
When a tree gets a bit too tall for your liking, your instinct may be to give it a quick and easy chop – this is what we call tree topping. Even though it’s not your intent to put the tree in danger, you could be doing so without realizing it. What is tree topping? […]
Is Your Soil Too Compacted Around Your Tree?
The problem of soil compaction is an obstacle for many homeowners. With many residential properties having areas of significant soil compactions, this issue cannot be ignored—however, recent technologies have made it easier to effectively treat compaction problems. How does soil compaction occur? In the simple sense, soil compaction occurs when some event or object collapses […]
When Is It Too Late To Plant A Tree?
Thinking of planting a tree? A typical fall question that many homeowners ask us is, “When is it too late to plant a tree?” The average rule of thumb is that fall plantings do best when they’re in the ground and starting to root no later than 6 weeks before the ground freezes. Though that […]
Mulching 101
Erosion protector, moisture sustainer, plant enhancer: mulch is all those things and more. Though applying it may seem like a straightforward process, it helps to know a few details to make the most of its benefits. Things you will need · Shovel · Newspaper or cardboard (optional) · Mulch · Rake Steps 1. Choose the correct mulch. When choosing a mulch […]