A tree is a valuable asset to a property. Not only does it add an aesthetic appeal to a landscape, but it also provides shade and shelter for wildlife and smaller plants. In most cases, the tree’s health is evident even to the untrained eye. Healthy trees have green leaves and sturdier branches, while […]
Hey guys it’s Mark Russell with 770 arborist. In the video below we explain tree risk assessment qualification, and how we go about analyzing the risk of trees. I want go into a ton of detail in the text, instead take a watch of the video. Feel free to give us a call if you […]
Hey guys my name is Mark Russell. I’m a Certified Arborist.I’m coming to you from Marietta georgia. I have a really really really neat tree to show you here in just a second! So what I want to talk to you about today is what’s known as a co-dominant tree. Here’s a great example of […]
Why is my tree’s trunk oozing black stuff? This is a question we get asked often. Well, the answer is slime flux. Another name is bacterial wetwood. Bacterial wet wood is a bacterial infection that attacks the trees trunk. As the bacteria multiply, it creates pressure within the trunk that escapes through the trunks […]
As arborists in Atlanta, we are often asked “Why do Bradford Pear trees split?” The simple answer….. included bark. Included bark is basically bark that gets trapped in between the trunk and a branch specifically where the union between the two is very narrow. Most trees have a fairly wide branch attachment angle, however, […]
“Will herbicide kill my trees”? Many times were asked “Will herbicide kill my trees”? The answer is twofold. If herbicide is applied correctly, it should not kill your tree. However, if you spray herbicide waterspouts coming out of the tree’s roots it definitely can kill your trees. Also, if you spray herbicide onto exposed roots, […]
How to stop a tree stump from growing back? Is a question that we get asked often from our clients. Consistency is the answer! (Preface.. This afternoon while I was out looking at a couple trees, I noticed one of my clients had not cut the water sprouts off of his stump when the trees […]
As an ISA Certified Arborist I get to look at a lot of trees and how they are affected. Many times I hear clients asking Will Roundup kill my trees? or, “Will weed killer kill my trees?” There’s been a few times in my career since 1997 that I’ve seen clear evidence of weed killer […]
Cleaning and tending a tree wound in Marietta Ga When a tree bark gets wounded, it is a good idea to prune and tend the wound. Here is a screenshot explaining why. A lot of times heavy equipment like bobcats and excavators can bang into trees. The wounds should be properly treated. […]
