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E.J. employed SRS and MRS climbing systems to access a difficult section of the Cottonwood's canopy. Source: E.J. Turner

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July 17, 2026 Ryfe Greenwood

Against the Odds

Preserving a Cottonwood in Clayton Cottonwoods can be a difficult species to work with. Their wood is often described as

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,

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.

Trees that have fallen across a road and onto powerlines.

Plant Health Care Pruning Storm Clean up

January 22, 2025 TJ Yurko

Surviving the Storm

Preparing Trees to Stand Up to Winter Este es nuestro intento de convertir las historias en audio español usando Inteligencia

Plant Health Care Pruning

January 11, 2024 Veronica Sparks

Pruning Cuts to Avoid

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