Posts by Chad Szpunar
Dutch Elm Disease Back In Colorado
For many Colorado neighborhoods, mature elm trees are more than just landscaping—they are history. American elm and Siberian elm were widely planted in the early and mid-1900s for their fast growth, beautiful arching canopies, and deep shade. But today, elm populations face a serious threat: Dutch Elm Disease, one of the most destructive tree diseases in North America.
Read MoreSoil Compaction in New Construction Sites
If you live in a recently built home—or are planning to plant a tree in a new development—you’ve probably noticed that landscape trees don’t always thrive the way they should. Even with watering, fertilizer, and good intentions, young trees often struggle, stunt, or decline early in new construction areas. In most cases, the underlying issue isn’t the tree—it’s the soil.
Read MoreUnderstanding Fire Blight
If you’ve ever seen a branch tip on your flowering pear or crabapple suddenly turn black and curl over like a hooked cane, you’ve likely seen fire blight—one of the most destructive bacterial diseases affecting ornamental and fruit trees. Fire blight can ruin spring blossoms, kill young shoots, and spread into branches, and over time it can severely damage or kill the tree.
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