Trim Trees Right: Let Sunlight and Airflow Boost Landscape Health
People notice your property and landscape, especially the trees. They are the tallest plants in nature. When your trees look healthy and are thriving, that’s an example of fine curb appeal. Arborists recommend you treat your trees with care. These majestic plants may seem strong and can grow for a long time. But they still […]
Things to Expect From a Professional Arborist
You would call a professional arborist after a storm to take away broken, heavy branches or trees that have toppled over. You’d also call them to remove a dying or dead tree that’s too dangerous for you to remove yourself. Let’s take a look at other services rendered by a professional arborist that you may […]
Common Fungal Tree Diseases in Sonoma County: Anthracnose, Powdery Mildew & SOD
Sonoma County’s stunning landscapes and mild climate make it an incredible place to live—and for trees to thrive. But the same weather that keeps our valleys green can also create the perfect conditions for fungal tree diseases. From anthracnose to powdery mildew to the more severe sudden oak death (SOD), fungal pathogens can silently damage […]
Summer Tree Pest Alert for Sonoma County: What to Watch For
When summer heat sets in across Sonoma County, your trees aren’t just fighting drought stress—they’re under threat from aggressive, fast-moving pests. From bark beetles and borers to invasive beetles like Mediterranean Oak Borer, these pests thrive in warm, dry conditions and can quietly destroy trees before symptoms become visible. At Tree Pro, we’ve spent over […]
Is Drought Turning Your Trees into Fire Hazards?
It’s the peak of summer in Northern California—and the pressure on your trees is only building. With every dry, hot day, trees across the region are losing moisture, dropping leaves, and becoming more vulnerable to pests, disease, and fire. What many property owners don’t realize is that drought-stressed trees are more than just unhealthy—they’re dangerous. […]
Tree Growth: From Their Root Tips to Their Branch Tips
Trees are the tallest living plants in the universe and bring beauty, air purification and visual interest to any landscape. There are more than 73,000 tree species on Earth, and each one has an interesting growth cycle no matter its size, shape or tree variety. Keep reading along for fascinating facts about a tree’s lifecycle. […]
Ten Ways Trees Benefit Us
By working with trees every single day at Image Tree Pros, Inc. in Windsor, CA we know that they’re amazing living things that benefit the planet in so many ways. Here is our Top Ten List of how Trees Benefit Us:
How You Can Help Your Lawn Recover After Having a Tree Removed
While large trees look beautiful on your property, they may need removal if diseased or dead. The process can damage your lawn, making the ground soft without roots and harming the grass. Your lawn requires time to recover, but you can help this process. Here’s how. 1. Lay Down Sod If your tree removal project […]
Themed Tree Trimming: Match the Style of Your Garden
Trees can play a central role in shaping the character of your garden and the rest of your yard. However, it’s important to look beyond the species of trees that you plant and where you put them. Formal Gardens: Structured and Symmetrical Trims In formal garden designs, like those you would see in French or […]
What About Roots After Stump Grinding? Tree Pros Have All the Details
Tree removal will cut every limb, branch, and the large old trunk, but you’re left with the stump on your property. You have a couple of options: Have the stump “ground down,” or leave the stump as is. If you decide to keep the stump, you could be asking for future trouble, but it’s best […]