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Everything you want to know about how to keep your trees as safe, healthy and beautiful as possible. Specially written for the Morristown, NJ area and surrounding towns.

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Alpine Tree Service uses a Tree-Mek robotic crane to remove trees on a New Jersey property.

How Our Tree-Mek Robotic Crane Protects Your Landscape

Mechanized tree care, such as using a Tree-Mek robotic tree crane, can increase the efficiency of tree removals and minimize lawn damage. Learn the other benefits of this high-tech piece of equipment and schedule your next tree removal.
Looking up into the canopy of a large oak tree in New Jersey that was pruned by Alpine Tree.

Save Your Large Trees: How Tree Diseases are Harming New Jersey’s Oak Trees

Oak trees in New Jersey are being attacked by several fungal and bacterial tree diseases. Learn about the biggest threats to the health of your oak trees and what you can do to save your trees.

The Rise of the Lantern Fly

With May and June in full swing, the rise of spotted lantern flies and emerald ash borers (EABs) is imminent. These agile lantern flies, with their acrobatic prowess rivaling ninjas, present a challenge to squish. Originating from Southeast Asia, spotted lantern flies have made their way to New Jersey, posing a threat to various plants.…
A large, green praying mantis with spiny front legs sits perched on a small branch in front of a black background.

Chemical-Free Ways to Control Insect Pests

If you’re looking for a chemical-free method to reduce the insect pests in your trees and garden, beneficial insects are an ideal choice. By using your plants and trees to attract beneficial insects, you can take advantage of the beneficials that are already there. And with a few cost-effective additions, you can turn your garden into a diverse haven for beneficial insects.
A long frost crack on an apple tree in New Jersey.

Frost Cracks: Vertical Cracks on Tree Trunks that Form During the Winter

In this article, we’ll go over how to spot frost cracks on your trees, which trees are most susceptible, the health implications for trees that have frost cracks, and more.
A lopper is used to prune a fruit tree in New Jersey during the winter or dormant period.

Which Trees Should Be Pruned in Winter?

Do you know which trees to prune in winter? Yes, there are trees that are best pruned during winter and there are those who are not. Read this article to learn those trees to keep them at their utmost health.
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Do I Need a Tree Removal Permit in New Jersey?

Find out if you need a tree removal permit before you can have a tree in your property be removed.
A planting hole with a burlap-wrapped tree ready to be planted by the Alpine Tree team on a New Jersey property.

Why Should You Plant a New Tree After Having a Tree Removed?

Replacing a tree may not seem to be a top priority after a tree removal, but if you think about the benefits of a tree, you may want to consider it. Planting a replacement tree on your New Jersey property has various factors to consider. Read this article to learn more.
looking up at fall leaves on trees with sky in the background

Fall Tree Care Tips

What to do this fall to protect and prepare your trees for winter. Plus, what not to do and what to leave until later.
Burnt-looking leaves are signs of fire blight on a pear tree in New Jersey.

Disease Alert: Fire Blight

There is no current cure for fire blight disease and it can be spread via different ways. That's why it is important to know how to identify the signs & symptoms of fire blight and what you need to do if you notice those signs.
A home surrounded by trees, plants, and mulch during the summer months

Summer Tree Care Tips

Our top recommendations for summer tree care, including watering, pests and diseases to look for, heat stress, pruning options, and more.
Brown floodwater rushes past trees, creating debris.

My Tree Was Flooded – What Should I Do?

If trees have been flooded, they likely sustained long-lasting damage that could make them unsafe, unhealthy, and unattractive. Learn the signs of flood damage in trees and how to help your trees recover.

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