Expert insights on tree care, plant health, and mountain horticulture
January 16, 2026
Build a resilient and sustainable lawn that thrives with minimal chemical intervention at high altitude. Learn strategies for soil health, high altitude grass blends, and optimized watering for mountain properties.
Read MoreJanuary 14, 2026
Mid January is ideal for structural pruning while trees are dormant. Learn how winter pruning improves tree health, reduces disease transmission, and prepares your landscape for vigorous spring growth.
Read MoreJanuary 12, 2026
Evergreens continue losing moisture through winter transpiration at high altitude. Discover how supplemental winter watering prevents needle browning and ensures your trees enter spring with maximum vitality.
Read MoreJanuary 9, 2026
Make 2026 the year your mountain landscape excels with a proactive Plant Health Care strategy. Learn how comprehensive monitoring and seasonal planning prevent expensive emergencies in Colorado's short growing season.
Read MoreJanuary 7, 2026
Heavy snow loads and high velocity winds put immense pressure on mountain trees. Learn how professional cabling and bracing systems can preserve your legacy trees and prevent structural failure during winter storms.
Read MoreJanuary 5, 2026
Mountain soil at 8,000 feet is rocky, alkaline, and compacted, chemically locking away essential nutrients. Discover how scientific soil management restores vitality from the roots up for resilient mountain landscapes.
Read MoreJanuary 2, 2026
As we enter 2026, make property safety a priority. Proactive wildfire mitigation requires regular evaluation to ensure your home remains protected as vegetation grows and conditions shift. Learn how to review your defensible space for the new year.
Read MoreDecember 30, 2025
While your lawn is covered in snow, early planning ensures success when spring arrives. Our short growing season means every week counts. Learn why the most successful mountain landscapes have a clear management plan in place before the thaw.
Read MoreDecember 29, 2025
Blue Spruce and Quaking Aspen have adapted to high altitude conditions for thousands of years, but in residential settings they need specialized care. Discover why native trees require professional management to compensate for the loss of their natural forest ecosystem.
Read MoreDecember 26, 2025
A tree rarely fails or dies without sending out warning signals first. In the Colorado Rockies, catching a problem in its early stages can be the difference between a simple nutrient boost and having to remove a mature tree. Learn to recognize the hidden signs of tree stress.
Read MoreDecember 23, 2025
Creating defensible space is often misunderstood as simply cutting down every tree near your home, but true mitigation is a much more thoughtful process. Discover how to manage your forest property to reduce fuel while improving the health and beauty of remaining trees.
Read MoreDecember 22, 2025
Living at 8,000 feet in the Colorado Rockies brings unique challenges for trees. Short growing seasons, dramatic temperature swings, and brutal winters require specialized care. Learn why high altitude trees need different management than lower valley species.
Read MoreDecember 20, 2025
Wildfire is an ever present threat in the Colorado mountains, and proactive mitigation is the most effective way to safeguard your home. Learn about strategic vegetation management and defensible space creation from experts serving the Roaring Fork and Vail Valleys.
Read MoreDecember 18, 2025
Living in the Wildland Urban Interface means beautiful trees surround your home, but hidden decay or structural weaknesses can pose significant risks. Discover how professional hazard evaluations protect your property and loved ones.
Read MoreDecember 16, 2025
Heavy, wet snow and ice accumulation can cause severe structural damage to your trees and shrubs. Learn about specialized winter care strategies including dormant pruning, structural cabling, and deep root hydration from ISA Certified Arborists.
Read MoreDecember 12, 2025
Your mountain landscape faces constant environmental stressors and threats from native insects and diseases. Learn how professional Plant Health Care programs provide proactive, science-based management to protect your valuable landscape assets.
Read MoreOctober 20, 2025
Fall presents certain conditions for tree trimming in Colorado mountain communities. This article examines seasonal timing considerations and techniques that certified arborists typically evaluate.
Read MoreSeptember 5, 2025
Mountain pine beetles affect conifer populations in Colorado forests. This informational article describes common signs of beetle activity and discusses options that property owners may consider with professional consultation.
Read MoreJuly 18, 2025
During Colorado dry winter months, trees may experience moisture stress. This article discusses supplemental watering practices that some property owners implement during dormant seasons.
Read MoreJune 10, 2025
With wildfire activity occurring across Colorado, many property owners consider defensible space planning. This article explores how vegetation management may contribute to property preparation during fire season.
Read MoreMay 22, 2025
Yellow leaves on aspen or oak trees may indicate iron chlorosis, a nutrient deficiency that occurs in Colorado alkaline soils. This article provides information about identifying and addressing this condition with professional guidance.
Read MoreApril 15, 2025
As snow melts and spring arrives in Colorado high country, property owners often assess their trees to prepare for the growing season. This article discusses common spring care tasks that many property owners consider for landscape maintenance.
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