Plant Health Care Archives - ArborTIMES

Companies need to do more than produce accurate estimates. They also have to turn those details into clear, actionable directions that crews can confidently carry out on-site. Source: All photos by the author unless otherwise noted.

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May 11, 2026 Katherine Gustafson

How Specifications Enable Tree Care Estimating and Management

ANSI A300 Standards Create Clarity for Customers and Crews Miscommunication is one of the biggest stumbling blocks for tree care

For modern arborists, understanding the mechanisms of oak death spiral is essential for preserving oak trees and for building a robust plant health care (PHC) program. Source: All photos by Rainbow Ecoscience

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May 11, 2026 Alexis Faible Rainbow Ecoscience

Saving the Oaks

Breaking the Death Spiral and What Arborists Can Do The iconic oak tree, a symbol of strength, longevity, and endurance,

Protecting the understory took careful maneuvering in a small space. Source: All photos by Tchukki Andersen unless otherwise noted

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May 7, 2026 Tchukki Andersen, BCMA, CTSP

When the Woodlot Goes Quiet

Taking Down Scale-Killed Red Pines in a Small Lakeside Woodlot Red pine scale (Matsucoccus resinosae) has emerged as a rapidly

Bradford pear trees are prized for their spring display, but their rapid growth and weak structure often create ongoing management concerns. Source: Leslie J. Mehrhoff, University of Connecticut, Bugwood.org

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May 6, 2026 Ben Culbreth

The Seven Most Difficult Tree Species to Manage

According to Tree Care Experts Not all trees are equal — at least not when it comes to managing them.

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February 11, 2026 TJ Yurko

Cracked Wide Open

Debunking the Myth of Exploding Trees Winter is going out with a bang. Across North America, trees are cracking under

TGRs do more than change growth rates, they also influence leaf and root characteristics. Source: Rainbow Ecoscience

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February 2, 2026 Patrick Anderson and Dane Buell

Using Tree Growth Regulators to Enhance Tree Health and Worker Safety in Arboriculture

Managing Urban Trees with TGRs Tree growth regulators (TGRs) have quietly become one of the most adaptable tools in the

Thoughtful design, care, and appreciation of our urban forests strengthen them against today’s stresses and prepare them to endure tomorrow’s challenges. Source: Sophie N on Unsplash

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January 30, 2026 TJ Yurko

The Green Canopy Report

Forecasting Tree Health in 2026 The confluence of climate change, human development, and invasive species has created a perfect trifecta

As cold, dry weather arrives, frost and wind can severely damage plants. Applying anti-desiccant sprays creates a protective coating that helps plants retain moisture and withstand harsh winter conditions.

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November 3, 2025 Ben Culbreth

Keeping Green Through the Cold

Practical Tips for Using Anti-Desiccants This Winter As autumn settles in, the days grow shorter, the air turns dry, and

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