This summer has left its impression on many areas of our lives. The frequent and harsh hail storms have smashed windows, broken siding, and dented cars. The plentiful rainfall has helped many trees to flourish. The moderate temperatures have allowed many people to sit back and enjoy a lazy summer. However, one thing that seems […]
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Ash Tree Decline in Denver
When several factors combine to cause stress and deaths in a tree species it can be labeled as a “Decline Complex”. This tag has been assigned to several situations in the past twenty years, including Sugar Maple Decline Complex in the eastern United States. Damaging agents such as drought, vascular diseases, advanced age, and internal […]
Mountain Pine Beetles in Denver
New attacks from Mountain Pine Beetle have been found in Scotch, Pinon, and Mugo pines throughout the Denver metro area. I have personally found trees that were attacked in Denver, Lakewood, Arvada, Aurora, Cherry Hills Village, and Englewood. Many of the attacks on Scotch pines have been unsuccessful in producing larva, but this can quickly […]
Trees Affected by Fire Blight in Denver
Fire blight thrives in warmer, wet weather when the disease-causing bacterium becomes active. Apple, pear, quince, crabapple and mountain ash, but NOT GREEN or AUTUMN PURPLE ASH, commonly are affected. The bacterium oozes out of cracks and crevices in the bark, and bees or other pollinating insects pick it up on their bodies. The disease […]
Walnut Twig Beetle and Thousand Canker Disease
Many people in Boulder will attest to the destructive nature of the Walnut Twig Beetle. Adult beetles travel from April to September, and are so small they often go unnoticed. Damage can be extensive when the population of the beetle reaches into the hundreds and thousands. Adding insult to injury, the adult beetle also carries […]
Mountain High Tree Technician in Spray Department
Rob Wano Rob Wano works with us in our Sales Department. Rob has three sons, Isaac., Adam and Tyler. Rob adds so much value to our company – his wit, intelligence and charming personality contribute to providing excellent service for our customers. We are all very happy to have him back on the team!
Japanese Rock Garden Project in Aurora
Japanese Rock Garden Project in Aurora Our objective for this project in Aurora was to provide the homeowner with a secluded area of the yard to sit and relax in the evening and enjoy the calming sound of a water feature. Our customer had spent time in Japan and wanted the space designed to mimic […]
Heat Stress in Lawns in Denver
Heat Stress in Lawns Much like any other living organism, lawns can suffer symptoms of heat stress. Heat Stress is caused by high heat and lack of rainfall. This can particularly be a problem in the Colorado environment because of our typically dry summers and lack of humidity. Watering consistently is one of the most […]
How to Take Care of Your Trees in High Tempatures
Extreme Temps affect our Trees It is obvious that the heat of summer has set in with no sign of relief any time soon. We all feel the effects of the heat: lack of energy, premature exhaustion, and an overwhelming desire to seek the coolness of the shade. The fact is that our trees are affected […]
Mountain High Tree Business Operations Manager
Kristina MacLean Business Operations Manager Accounts Payable and HR Manager How do we keep our office organized and running efficiently? Who takes care of the company HR needs to ensure a happy and productive team? That would be our Business Operations Manager, Kristina MacLean. Working behind the scenes at Mountain High Tree for over five […]