The Importance of Tree Management in Urban Environments In the ever-evolving urban landscape, the preservation of green spaces and trees has become a paramount concern. As cities expand and development projects take shape, the importance of Arboricultural Impact...
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The Horse Chestnut Leaf Miner: A Comprehensive Overview
The Horse Chestnut Leaf Miner (Cameraria ohridella) is a small moth that has become a significant pest of horse chestnut trees (Aesculus hippocastanum) in Europe. First identified in North Macedonia in the late 1980s, this invasive species has since spread across the...
Squirrel Damage to Trees in the UK: An Overview
Squirrels, particularly the invasive grey squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis), are a notable cause of damage to trees in the UK. Introduced from North America in the late 19th century, grey squirrels have proliferated, often to the detriment of both native wildlife and...
CAVAT and Urban Trees: Valuing the Invaluable
In the realm of urban planning and environmental conservation, the significance of green spaces is highly significant but is easily overlooked by policy makers, land managers and in some cases communities in which they area situated. Trees are an important part of our...
Ganoderma: The Double-Edged Sword – Destructive Decay and Nutrient Recycling
In the intricate web of forest ecosystems, the presence of Ganoderma, a wood-decaying fungus, unfolds a fascinating narrative. While it is often recognised for its role in compromising the structural integrity of trees, there exists a paradoxical aspect to its...
Growing Green: Managing Urban Forests with I-Tree
In the midst of bustling cities, where concrete dominates the landscape, the importance of the urban forest cannot be overstated. The urban forest provides essential ecological, social, and economic benefits, from purifying the air to offering a respite from the urban...
Unveiling the Ecological Benefits of English Oak
In the verdant landscapes of the United Kingdom, one tree species stands as an enduring symbol of strength, resilience, and ecological significance—the English Oak (Quercus robur). Renowned for its majestic presence, this native tree plays a crucial role in shaping...
What Is Japanese Knotweed (And Why You Need To Know About It)
It might look pretty, but getting rid of Japanese knotweed can be an ugly business. Since it’s introduction to the UK in the mid-19th Century as an ornamental plant, the question of how to treat Japanese Knotweed has been one leaving gardeners in a tangle. A Japanese...
Rowan Tree – Sorbus Aucuparia
The common rowan tree (Sorbus aucuparia), sometimes known as a mountain ash in the UK is one of many deciduous trees (sometimes also found as a shrub). It has silvery, smooth bark, pinnate (feathery) foliage and dense clusters of blossoms, which develop into...
What Is An Arborist?
While many people may have heard the term tree surgeon, arborist, or arboricultural consultant in relation to trees, very few actually know what the job entails. In this blog we’re asking what is an arborist? How is an Arborist different to a Tree Surgeon or an...