There are several reasons why it’s generally best to stop pruning deciduous trees before spring arrives: Reduced Stress on the Tree: Dormancy: During winter, deciduous trees are dormant, meaning they’ve slowed down their growth processes and are conserving energy. Pruning during this time minimizes stress on the tree as it doesn’t have to focus on healing […]

Last year we had one of the worst storms Virginia has seen in a long time. Don’t have your nightmare become a reality. For preventative measures get on our schedule to have a certified Arborist come out and evaluate your trees you have concerns about. During the January storm Tree Times had close to 60 […]

This year we have received quite a few concerned calls in Stafford and surrounding areas in regards to burl. A burl is caused by a large collection of tree cells in which they are called callus tissue. Burls are usually caused by a tree being damaged at one point in time by a disease, fungi, […]

Sooty mold is a fungal disease that grows on plants and other surfaces covered by honeydew and other sticky substances created by insects on a plant. Even though it grows on plants or trees, it does not actually infect them. Although they’re not infected, it can potentially lead to damage due to in extreme cases […]

Oak Tree wilt is a fungal disease that moves through the trees vascular system. The fungus spores are carried through small beetles that feed on sap from fresh wounds on a tree that are created from pruning, storm damage and other damaging cuts. Once the beetles feed and the fungus gets introduced to the tree’s […]

Tree topping is when you cut the top of the tree off, which reduces the tree’s remaining top branches to stumps. When topping a tree its left being weak, unstable limbs and a bare unnatural appearance. It is also much more likely to break along with it being a potential risk hazard. What happens when […]

Maple eyespot galls are bright red and yellow spots that appear on the top of the leaf. Even though it does look dangerous for the tree, it rarely affects any growth or causes any damage to the tree. It is very common to see this starting in the early part of May. To make sure […]

Even Though we don’t provide a mulching service, we have noticed how many homeowners and landscapers have caused more damage than good to trees that they have mulched. Volcano mulching is a common thing that a lot of people practice. Correctly spreading out the mulch and making sure it is not piled on the tree […]

Get on schedule so you don’t become a part of the statistics! With saturated ground and high winds, your dead or uprooted trees have a higher possibility of making these nightmares become your reality. Get on schedule so you don’t become a part of the statistics! During severe windstorms, the full canopies on deciduous trees […]