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8 Signs of a Reputable Tree Care Company You Should Look For
Not sure how to choose the best tree care company in New Jersey? Alpine Tree shares 8 signs of a reputable tree care company to help you make the right choice.
Spring vs. Fall: When Is the Best Time for Tree Planting?
Uncover the secrets to successful tree planting in the Morristown, NJ area. Alpine Tree explains the pros and cons of each season, expert tips, and the ideal time.
The Benefits of Wood Chip Mulch for Your Landscape
Wood chips are a popular mulch because they are biodegradable, benefit the soil, and often free. Discover more benefits of wood chip mulch in New Jersey.
Beech Bark Disease: Prevention, Causes, and Symptoms
Beech bark disease is a fatal disease targeting American beech trees across New Jersey. Learn more about the causes and how to prevent beech bark disease.
Scale Insects on Trees: Signs and Treatment Methods for New Jersey Homeowners
Scale insects are notoriously difficult to detect and control in NJ. This guide covers identifying infestations, using benefi-cial insects, proper insecticide timing, and prevention tips.
Are Your Boxwoods Looking Ragged This Spring? Here’s Why …
Boxwood Leafminers pose a threat to your shrubs and landscape. Prevention is the best medicine, and our team at Alpine Tree can help!
Protecting Your Pines from the White Pine Weevil: A Guide for New Jersey Homeowners
Have you noticed the tops of your pine trees looking wilted or brown? This could be a sign of the destructive white pine weevil. Learn how to identify and combat this pest.
16 Insect Pests That Survive Over Winter in New Jersey
Insects are cold-blooded, so how do they survive over winter in New Jersey? From ticks and mosquitoes to spotted lanternfly, Japanese beetles, and Eastern tent caterpillars, we’ll uncover their winter survival tactics so you can better combat insects that survive New Jersey winters.
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.
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.…
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.