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My Oak Tree is Dropping Copious Amounts of Acorns!
A friend recently approached me and exclaimed, “My driveway is covered in acorns! Way more than in years past. Does this mean we will have a wet winter?” I wish I could have told her that yes an abundance of acorns in October means a lot of rain in January, but...
Why Is My Tree Dropping Green Leaves?
You are walking under your trees and notice something is not quite right. There is a small clump of green, healthy-looking leaves in the middle of a pathway. Or several clumps scattered under your tree. It could be from a deciduous tree like a Japanese maple or Valley...
My Tree Is Making a Sticky Mess
Have you ever noticed the leaves on your tree appear shiny as though someone sprayed them with shellac? Or maybe the hood of your car is covered with fine droplets like it was misted with a sticky material? Maybe there is a trail of ants marching up the trunk of...
Is My Tree Big Enough for a Rope Swing?
Nothing exemplifies the carefree nature of childhood than a swing. And a swing from a tree adds an extra layer of magic! Yes! I’m ready to install a tree swing in my yard but don’t I need a big tree? The common wisdom for a tree swing is to select a healthy,...
Positive News about the Drought
The lack of rain this winter has become very alarming and the possibility of a third consecutive year of extreme drought is getting closer to being a reality. However, there is, believe it or not, a silver lining to the absence of spring rains. Really? I’m...
What is Chewing the Eucalyptus Leaves?
If you have spent more time outdoors the last two years exploring new trails in the area, you may have noticed the notched leaves on the large Blue Gum eucalyptus trees that line certain trails and cover large swaths of real estate in Tilden Regional Park, and...
What Are These Holes in my Tree?
If you have a smooth-barked tree in your yard, like a birch, maple, apple, or Coast Live oak, you may have noticed tiny little holes along the trunk. If you are like many of our clients, you may have thought they were caused by boring insects. But if the holes are in...
Mushrooms Growing on Landscape Trees
In between rainstorms, you may be out for a walk and notice mushrooms popping up from the ground. Mushrooms are a common sight in fertile garden soil, on outdoor woodpiles, in green lawns, and fallen trees. This may contribute to the misplaced sense of normalcy when...
The Best Time to Prune Fruit Trees
Whether you have had fruit trees for years, inherited a fruit tree on the property you just purchased, or are toying with the idea of planting one, owning a fruit tree can be fun. It is satisfying to be able to harvest food from your own yard and be part of the “eat...
Dieback vs. Deadwood
Trees are in the business of producing healthy branches with lots of green foliage. So when a branch dies it's a cause for concern and as arborists, we want to know why. So here is an explanation on how to read the deadwood in your tree and better understand what your...
Why is My Oak Dripping Sap?
If you own a Coast Live oak you may notice droplets of a light-colored, sticky substance that covers everything under the tree, whether it be cars, decks, patios, walkways, or outdoor furniture. Your first thought may be: “Is this sap? And if so, why is my oak tree...
Why Prop a Tree?
Propping trees is not a common arboriculture practice but when used it’s kind of exciting and different. And usually, with every prop, there is a story behind why it is there. What is a prop? Props are rigid structures anchored in the ground that support tree branches...
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