Bartlett's Puget Sound Region tree service

Fertilization is the single most important proactive measure you can take in caring for your trees this season. Soil care and fertilization in autumn dramatically improve growing conditions and provide the nutrients required for vital tree root development.

Trees under stress display key symptoms indicating a serious problem may exist. This includes wilting or loss of leaves/needles, yellowing of leaves or browning of needles, premature autumn color, early leaf drop and sappy spots on branches. Correctly identifying the underlying cause is critical to addressing tree health issues.

Summer is a time of high activity for pests as well as tree diseases caused by fungi and other organisms. Some problems may be simply aesthetic, while others can be a real threat to tree health and vitality. As such, it is important to have an arborist check your trees to determine the underlying cause.

Summer storms often cause branches or entire trees to fall. Preventative care can help you maintain your landscape while mitigating the possibility of unanticipated costs.

Given the stress from higher temperatures and lack of rainfall comon in summer, it is critical to water your trees and shrubs thoroughly. Applying a 3-4" layer of mulch, inspecting for pest infestations and scheduling fall fertilization can also help maintain tree health and vigor.

Arbor Day is "our" special day of the year! This year, we helped plant trees and remove blackberry bushes at Lake Ballinger Park. It was a wonderful day spent assisting our friends at the Mountlake Terrace Parks and Recreation Department. We look forward to collaborating with them more in the future!

The Bellevue Botanical Garden Foundation and Bartlett Tree Experts have enjoyed a successful partnership for years. We are excited to continue our support for their mission in the years to come. We appreciate the education provided about native and non-native plants, as well as how to care for them in our homes. The Garden itself offers a wonderful experience, and we are proud to support it, ensuring that it remains a place where urban dwellers can connect with nature and all it has to offer.

Kruckeberg Botanic Garden has such a unique story and history that supporting them was obvious to us. We wanted to help to make sure that their garden and all the education it has to offer are never lost. Seeing so many native species together is such a joy for all arborists in the Pacific Northwest, as we all love the trees here.

During spring, tree boring insects in their larval stage will begin feeding inside trees. Bronze birch borer is one example that is a serious pest in our area. Based on an assessment, we can provide effective treatments to minimize damage and help prevent a full-blown infestation.

Root problems including phytophthora root rot disease will be common in our area this spring. The severity of root rot varies. It can develop slowly or result in rapid death of the plant. Given the disease’s variable nature, it is important to identify and treat for root rot before it progresses.

Now is the time to address tree health issues that are commonplace this time of year. Problems including browning on evergreen needles, damage to twigs and branches, cracks or splits in the bark and root issues should be identified in early spring, before serious damage occurs.

After winter ends, your trees and shrubs will be working hard to establish spring growth. A soil test in early spring can help determine the precise nutrients needed for that growth, yielding a fuller canopy and vibrant, health foliage.

Winter is the ideal time to prune many tree species. Removal of dead or diseased branches this time of year can greatly reduce the risk they pose to your home and property. Plus, pruning can improve the overall health and appearance of your trees, getting them in shape for spring.

Colder temperatures and shorter days serve as a reminder that it’s time for your trees and shrubs to have a winter check-up. Now is the time to uncover issues such as weakly attached branches, dead wood, diseases, pest infestations and other problems before they can cause serious damage in the spring.

As leaves fall from trees, the underlying architecture of the plant is revealed. This is the perfect opportunity to identify and correct visibly hazardous issues that can predispose trees to branch and tree failure such as dead wood and weakly attached limbs.

Schedule your winter pruning now to reduce the risk of falling branches and keep your trees looking their best!

Now is a critical time of year to prepare your trees and shrubs for the coming summer in the Puget Sound Region area. Healthy trees and shrubs are better able to withstand the higher temperatures and weather extremes that summer brings. Proper care in spring can help ensure the health of your landscape plants.

Spring is when many sap-sucking pests become active, including types of scales, aphids and mites. These tiny insects can infest virtually any type of tree or shrub. Now is the best time to identify and treat for damaging populations.

Foliar diseases including anthracnose, apple scab, rust diseases and powdery mildew will be commonplace in our area this spring. These diseases result in unsightly discoloration, lesions or spots on leaves. Taking action now, before the disease can progress, provides the most effective control.

After winter ends, your trees and shrubs will be working hard to establish spring growth. A soil test in early spring can help determine the precise nutrients needed for that growth, yielding a fuller canopy and vibrant, health foliage.

Now is a critical time of year to prepare your trees and shrubs for the coming summer. Healthy trees and shrubs are better able to withstand the higher temperatures and weather extremes that summer brings. Proper care in spring can help ensure the health of your landscape plants.