Podcasts about bartlett tree experts

Floresville City Manager Andy Joslin says the city is exploring local artists to turn the city's fallen legacy oak tree into artistic memorials. Half of the legacy oak tree, estimated to be 500 years old, collapsed July 13 at the Floresville Event Center. The remaining half collapsed later that evening, as reported in this newspaper earlier this month. Bartlett Tree Experts arborist Bobby Hearne provided a report to city officials, advising that he discovered fungal presence in the tree, which is to be expected in a tree of that age. This can lessen wood strength over time. “Weather events can...Article Link

The Emerald Ash Borer or EAB is devastating the Ash forests all across North America. I have Dr. Jeremy Slone of Bartlett Tree Experts as a guest to talk about this pest and what is happening to the Ash trees.

Better Lawns and Gardens Hour 1 – Coming to you from Summit Responsible Solutions Studios. Garden expert, Teresa Watkins interviews Dr. Matt Borden, Bartlett Tree Experts, about diagnosing insect and disease problems in the landscape. Dr. Borden lays out how to determine what's wrong with your plants and the next pest problem to be an issue for Florida. Teresa provides what to do in your landscape for May, and solutions for rabbits in the garden, and more. https://bit.ly/3c1f5x7 Graphic credit:  Teresa Watkins, Matt Borden New pest to look for: Thrips parvispinus. Listen every Saturdays from 7am - 9am EST on WFLA- Orlando. Call in with your garden questions and text messages on 1-888.455.2867 and 23680, Miss the live broadcast? Listen on Audioboom podcast 24/7. https://bit.ly/3c1f5x7 #WFLF #WFLA #FNN #WNDB #WDBO #BetterLawns #gardening #Florida #planting #gardeninglife #radio #southflorida #northflorida #centralflorida #wildflowers #Deland #SHE #Orlando #Sarasota #Miami #FortLauderdale #BLGradio #WRLN #WiOD #gardening #SummitResponsibleSolutions #QualityGreenSpecialists #BlackKow #pests #plantdisease #plantpathology #trees #arboriculture #BartlettTreeResearch #MattBorden 

Read the transcript here. “Going from the mow and blow to a more horticulturally knowledgeable approach to maintaining the landscape. And that that’s a big change. That’s a really big change, but basically we’re increasing the canopy cover and we’re cooling, we’re greening, we’re storing more carbon. We’re providing all these benefits, and one of the biggest being the wildlife. All the nature that’s coming to this habitat. So that would be my vision for a future that it’s more of a climate-ready landscape, less of the unused grass." Dr. Greg McPherson, research forester with the USDA Forest Service, Pacific Southwest Research Station, emeritus, in Davis, California. #ShareTheShade | #LifeNotLawn This episode was sponsored by: Bartlett Tree Experts

Species of Trees! In this episode we dive deep into the influence building has on native trees and how best to protect and preserve them. Joining us is Brad Trentham, a Certified Arborist and Tree Risk Assessment Qualified with Bartlett Tree Experts. Since 1907 Bartlett has been providing preventive care to assure good health, longevity, beauty and safety for their clients. To contact Brad 713.875.6654 Steve Rudin 281.932.4942 Steve Iltis 713.598.1150 Shannon Vestal 832.334.7790 Email us at 2d1bbar@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram!

On this episode of the podcast, we are joined by Jeff Kish, Assistant Division Manager at Bartlett Tree Experts, to discuss what kind of person is perfect for the tree care industry.About JeffJeffrey Kish is a true lover of trees and plants.  An employee of Bartlett Tree Experts since 1988 and is currently Assistant Division Manager that works directly with 13 local offices in North and South Carolina, Georgia and Florida.  Jeff is resident of Raleigh, NC. A passionate arborist, he enjoys all types of gardening and spends most of his spare time in his personal garden and landscape.  A Board-Certified Master Arborist since 2007, TRAQ, CTSP and graduate of the ASCA academy, he takes pride in the professional credentials offered in the Tree Care Industry.  Jeff received his Bachelors of Science from Virginia Tech University. He is past board member of Tree Across Raleigh and is the current Board Chair of the North Carolina Urban Forestry Council.  Married with 3 beautiful children and most importantly enjoys spreading the good word about benefits of trees.About Bartlett Tree ExpertsBartlett Tree Experts is a 100+-year-old tree and shrub care company with over 125 offices in the United States, Canada, Great Britain, and Ireland. Built on family values and the pursuit of scientific tree care, they are proud of the quality of their work, level of service, award-winning safety record, and, most of all, their people. With services including pruning, fertilization, insect and disease management, cabling and bracing, and removal, they strive to keep trees healthy and beautiful. They believe every tree deserves a champion and are always looking for new champions to join their team.

En este episodio del TCIA Podcast, nos acompañan Daniel Aburto de Bartlett Tree Experts y Robin Kennedy de TCIA para hablar sobre la importancia de la educación.Daniel Aburto ha trabajado en la industria verde desde 2005. Ha trabajado en Bartlett como Groundsman/Operador de suelo por 2 años, Climber/Trepador por 2 años, Foreman/Jefe de cuadrilla por 3 años, PHC Specialist por 6 años y durante estos mismos 6 años fue miembro del Comité de seguridad de la oficina de Raleigh NC. Actualmente trabaja como coordinador de seguridad, reclutamiento y capacitacion de Bartlett en Mexico ya 5 años ahora, Conductor LCC (CDL), con licencia de Aplicación de pesticida de Carolina del Norte, con certificacion de Arbolista, Tree Worker, CTSP, QCL, OSHA 10 y 30 hrs.Su inspiración y motivo para salir adelante y buscar oportunidades y aprovecharlas es su familia: su madre, su esposa y sus hijas.On this episode of the TCIA Podcast, we are joined by Daniel Aburto of Bartlett Tree Experts, and Robin Kennedy of TCIA, to discuss the importance of education. TCIA is making this episode exclusively in Spanish to celebrate Spanish heritage month.Daniel Aburto has worked in the tree care industry since 2005. He has worked with Bartlett as a Groundsman for 2 years, Climber for 2 years, Crew Leader for 3 years, and PHC Specialist for 6 years. During those same years, he was a member of the Security Committee in the Raleigh, NC office. He has been working as Safety, Recruiting and Training Coordinator for Bartlett in Mexico for the last 5 years. He is a certified CDL Driver, licensed in North Carolina for Pesticide Application, Certified Arborist, Tree Worker, CTSP, QCL, OSHA 10 and 30 hrs. His inspiration and reason for striving and seeking opportunities and taking advantage of them are his family: his mother, his wife and his daughters.

Talking with our friendly neighborhood arborist Cameron Scott, Bartlett Tree Experts about tree & shrub care plans.• What is a tree and shrub care plan?• What sort of properties are good candidates for tree and shrub care plans?• What is the cost of a Tree and Shrub Care Plan?• What is ArborScope?Cameron ScottBartlett Tree Expertscscott@bartlett.comwww.Bartlett.com

Talking with our friendly neighborhood arborist Cameron Scott, Bartlett Tree Experts about lightning protection systems in trees. • What is a lightning protection system in the context of trees?• What makes a tree a good candidate for a lightning protection system?• What types of trees should have a lightning protection system?• How practical is a lightning protection system?Cameron ScottBartlett Tree Expertscscott@bartlett.comwww.Bartlett.com

Talking with our friendly neighborhood arborist Cameron Scott, Bartlett Tree Experts about supplemental support systems in trees.• What is a supplemental support system in regards to trees?• What does a supplemental support system do?• What sorts of trees are good candidates for a supplemental support system?• Are the supports susceptible to lightning strikes?• How often should the supports be inspected?Cameron ScottBartlett Tree Expertscscott@bartlett.comwww.Bartlett.com

Talking this morning with your friendly neighborhood arborist Cameron Scott with Bartlett Tree Experts about root collar disorders. • What is a root collar and why is it important?• How does a root collar become buried?• How can a buried root collar be excavated? • What is a mulch volcano?Cameron ScottBartlett Tree Expertscscott@bartlett.comwww.Bartlett.com

Episode21 of The Municipal Arborist features Scott Jamieson!Scott Jamieson is the Vice President of Community Business Partnerships and Midwest Division Leader for Bartlett Tree Experts. Bartlett has over 130 offices in the U.S., Canada, England and Ireland.Prior to joining Bartlett, Scott was with The Care of Trees, a national tree care firm based inChicagoland, for nearly 20 years. He served as President and CEO during his final 10 years with The Care of Trees.Scott has served as president of the board of directors for the Tree Care Industry Association andThe National Association of Landscape Professionals. He currently serves on the board for the American Public Gardens Association. He has served as a board member for The National Safety Council, The Alliance for Community Trees and Openlands in Chicago. He has lectured at the Morton Arboretum, Chicago Botanic Garden, Michigan State University and Purdue University. He received his BS in Urban Forestry from Purdue, a Master Degree in Urban Forestry from Michigan State University and an MBA from DePaul University in Chicago.He is the recipient of Lawn and Landscape Magazine's Leadership award. He was honored with Purdue University's College of Agriculture Distinguished Alumni Award as well as theCertificate of Distinction from the Purdue Agriculture Alumni Association.Scott resides in Arlington Heights, IL just outside of Chicago with his wife Diane.Questions or comments?themunicipalarborist@gmail.comhttps://www.instagram.com/the_municipal_arborist/Don't forget to click the link for ISA CEU'S:https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CHB23C8Thanks to this episodes sponsors:https://planitgeo.com/Municipal-Arborist-Podcasthttps://www.aspenfuels.us/https://arbsession.com/

Talking with your friendly neighborhood arborist Cameron Scott with Bartlett Tree Experts about over pruning your trees (aka Lion's Tailing).• What is Lion's Tailing?• Is it bad for the tree?• Why do people over prune their trees like this? • What can be done to trees that have been over pruned to help them recover?Cameron ScottBartlett Tree Expertscscott@bartlett.comwww.Bartlett.comAbout Mansfield News/Talk podcastNews, talk and information about Mansfield, Texaswww.AboutMansfield.com

Talking about soil care & tree fertilization with your local friendly arborist Cameron Scott with Bartlett Tree Experts.• What does fertilizing trees actually do?• Why is it necessary to fertilize trees?• How often do I need to fertilize my trees?Cameron ScottBartlett Tree Expertswww.Bartlett.comAbout Mansfield News/Talk podcastNews, talk and information about Mansfield, Texaswww.AboutMansfield.com

ISA certified arborist Megan Kacenski from Bartlett Tree Experts stops by to talk about how she became an arborist representative and what kind of opportunities exist for women in the tree care industry. She is joined by show regular Skeet from Bartlett. Diveheart, which helps disabled children, adults and veterans gain confidence and independence through scuba diving, is coming out with a documentary. Executive Director Tinamarie Hernandez previews the world premiere showing on May 18.

Talking with Cameron Scott from Bartlett Tree Experts in Tarrant County, Texas about how to properly TRIM and why you should not TOP your crape myrtles (aka crape murder).cscott@bartlett.comwww.bartlett.com

Jaime Matthews spent 13 years as an assistant superintendent before burnout and family responsibilities dictated a change. He has been with Bartlett Tree Experts for two years now and loves the change... but still keeps his eye on the turf industry. "We use a lot of the same products but I now look up instead of down at the turf."

While some areas of science get a lot of flashy language, Garden Futurist co-producers Sarah Beck and Adrienne St Clair discover that what is happening in the tree research lab may also be described in “explosive” terms. Some of this large-scale research also informs low-tech takeaways that gardeners can use right away. Decisions we make in our home landscapes can have direct impacts to our carbon footprint. Dr. Drew Zwart is a plant pathologist and physiologist at Bartlett Tree Experts. He works out of the Bartlett Tree Research Lab West in San Rafael, California. He explains that while trees that sequester carbon eventually decompose and re-release their carbon into the atmosphere, it’s the services they provide in life—such as shade and irrigation—that leave a net positive impact on the environment.

Scott DeFife from the Glass Packaging Institute and the Glass Recycling Foundation reports on efforts to increase the glass recycling rate in Chicago and the U.S. Jill Bondi of Bartlett Tree Experts explains how more and more women are getting into the tree care industry.

The Mike Nowak Show with Peggy Malecki is on the road (again) after two years. Today we're streaming live from The Growing Place in Aurora, Illinois. We'll talk hydrangeas with Michael Massat, and Skeet from Bartlett Tree Experts will look at the trees on site and offer tree care advice.

Matt and Nick interview Ryan Byrnes of Bartlett Tree Experts to talk about urban forestry, insect management, and tree protection! No Quick hits this week because Matt is away for vacation.

Following a June 2021 that featured drought, excessive rain and destructive storms, homeowners and municipalities are assessing the damage done to their trees. Skeet from Bartlett Tree Experts and Julie Janoski, Plant Clinic Manager at The Morton Arboretum, offer advice on how to cope with severely compromised trees. Bob Dolgan from This Week in Birding reports on construction work at Chicago's famed Montrose Point Bird Sanctuary and why it has some conservationists perplexed.

Konstanze Fabian is an ISA Certified Arborist and ASCA Consulting Arborist. She holds a bachelor's degree in horticulture from Temple University and graduated with a master's degree in environmental studies from the University of Pennsylvania. Konstanze has over twenty years of experience in the Green Industry. Native to Germany, she began her career as an urban forester working with the trees in Berlin. After moving to the U.S. Konstanze worked as an assistant greenhouse manager, and then as an estate horticulturist. Before moving to Denver in 2018 to manage the Colorado operations for Bartlett Tree Experts, she spent four years with Bartlett as a plant health care specialist and arborist representative in the greater Philadelphia area. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/plantatrilliontrees/support

This week, I’m speaking to Senior Arboricultural Research Manager Dr Glynn Percival, who works for Bartlett Tree Experts. I first heard Glynn speak about 7 years ago and I was blown away by his straight talking and the research he presented that day, which exploded many myths about tree planting. In fact, I’d go so far as to say that his eye-opening lecture was a pivotal moment in my understanding that I didn’t have to swallow all the received wisdom surrounding horticulture. Dr Ian Bedford’s Bug of the Week: Orange tip butterflies This episode is brought to you by the team at The Real Soil Company. Launched to the market in 2020 The Real Soil Company proudly offers new organic, peat-free SuperSoil. Packed full of organic nutrients for optimal plant health, SuperSoil’s natural ‘boosters’ will stimulate quicker plant establishment and better resilience against pests and disease, whilst also enabling edible crops to benefit from nutritional enhancement and a higher crop yield.  The enhanced soil also offers better water retention and release for optimum plant growth, whilst providing a more balanced and workable material for gardeners.  What we talk about: Why tree pests and diseases are on the increase  The benefits of feeding trees with sugar Chemicals and how they can switch on tree defences Mulching trees - why it matters Biochar applications Chitin and phosphites Issues affecting trees in the UK Scented plants and their effect on tree health About the Bartlett Tree Experts “Bartlett Tree Experts was founded by Francis A. Bartlett in 1907 and is the world's leading scientific tree and shrub care company. From its over 100 offices worldwide, Bartlett helps both residential and commercial customers maintain beautiful, healthy trees. Bartlett is dedicated to developing environmentally sound products and promoting their use on our clients' properties. With the Bartlett Legacy Tree Programme, Bartlett provides tree seedlings to help with reforestation efforts, and teaches people how to care for trees.” https://www.bartlett.com/about-us.cfm Links www.bartlett.com Bartlett Tree Experts on Facebook 

The plant of the week is the boxwood! Today we are talking with Michael Abbott of Bartlett Tree Experts. When I look at my garden this time of year I'm reminded of a line of a song, Chasing Cars. 0:00 intro & corrections / 3:05 plant of the week / 6:15 interview / 25:26 playlist

Certified arborist Evan Shorr from Bartlett Tree Experts returns to the show to talk about spring tree and shrub care. Mike and Peggy do a round up of environmental headlines. Meteorologist Rick DiMaio reports on the return of bald eagles and science to America.

On this episode of the TCIA Podcast, we are joined by Megan Kacenski of Bartlett Tree Experts and Amy Tetreault of TCIA to discuss overcoming expectations. Expectations are unavoidable, sometimes we place them on ourselves, sometimes others place them on us, but how do you move past it and get through all of the noise?Megan is a Connecticut native, Philadelphia transplant, ISA Certified Arborist, and PA Pesticide applicator. She graduated from UMass Amherst in 2018 working with Bartlett during the summers. Beginning as a grounds-person, Megan recently began a new role as an Arborist Representative for the company. She is dedicated to safety, training, and promoting equal opportunities for all.Our sponsor for this episode is Samson Rope.

Jordan Foreman grew up in Central Jersey just a stone's throw from Six Mile Run. He has always loved to hike in the woods, but it wasn't until he was a student at Rutgers University that Ecology became his passion. He was an intern at Rutgers Gardens at the University, and he interned at Central Park in New York City through college. Then, Jordan spent a year as an AmeriCorps Watershed Ambassador before he discovered the Professional Horticulture Program at Longwood Gardens with the help of the kind folks at the Delaware River Basin Commission. After finishing Longwood's Professional Horticulture Program, Jordan moved to Durham, North Carolina to become an Arborist for Bartlett Tree Experts. Currently, Jordan is a Foreman and Plant Healthcare Specialist for Bartlett where he continues to inspire people through his passion for plants. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/plantatrilliontrees/support

Steve Goin is the Director of Land and Facilities at the Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education, the largest privately held greenspace in the city of Philadelphia. He graduated from Penn State University with a bachelor of science in wildlife and fisheries with a minor in forest science. He is an ISA Certified Arborist with 19 years of experience managing trees in a variety of settings. He spent over a decade as an Arborist working for Bartlett Tree Experts, servicing residential and commercial properties on Maryland's Eastern Shore, in the mountains of Southwest Virginia, and finally managing the Philadelphia office where he cared for trees along tight city streets and out in the expansive landscapes of the suburbs. It was during this time that he came to know the Schuylkill Center, a 340-acre nature preserve within the city of Philadelphia, protected in perpetuity under a conservation easement. He volunteered his time at the Native Plant Sales where he answered questions about trees. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/plantatrilliontrees/support

Robert Wells (Bob) is a consulting arborist with 49 years of experience in the arboricultural industry. He entered the tree world as a climber with Bartlett Tree Experts in 1971 in Piscataway NJ. In 1973 he started the firm of Wells Tree & Landscape in Princeton NJ which is now in its 47th year under the leadership of his son, David Wells. Bob completed his BS from Rutgers Cook College in Plant Sciences in 1985 and a master's in environmental studies from the University of Pennsylvania in 2013. He is an NJ Certified Tree, a Registered Consulting Arborist, and a Board-Certified Master Arborist In 2007 Bob joined Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania as an Associate Director with the Urban Forestry Consulting Section with Jason Lubar. They focused on both internal and external contracts involving a myriad of tree-related matters including inventory, assessment, and management of the 7,000 campus trees at the University of Pennsylvania. It was during this time that he also helped to form the School of Arboriculture at the Arboretum which brings in outside speakers and offers classes to the greater Philadelphia arboricultural community. He retired on July 1, of this year Community service has been a big part of Bob's life and over the years he has served as the Chair of Princeton Township Shade Tree Commission, and President of the Marquand Park Foundation. Bob is now doing the occasional consulting job for his son with Wells Tree and looks forward to getting a chance to finally read all those books that have been on his bucket list. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/plantatrilliontrees/support

Chad Rigsby from Bartlett Tree Experts talks about the importance of inspecting your trees during the winter months. Jessica Chipkin from Crate Free Illinois and Tyler Lobdell of Food & Water Watch report on the progress of the Farm System Reform Act and other fights against the inhumanity of factory farms in the U.S.

The New Sustainable Reality refers not only to trees and water, but Mike and Peggy's new Internet-only show. They talk to Skeet from Bartlett Tree Experts about fall tree care. Alaina Harkness is executive director of Current, which calls itself a “water innovation hub.” She talks about the first ever Chicago Water Week, taking place virtually from September 28 to October 2.

Ron Cowgill from Mighty House Home Improvement Radio stops by to talk about how he helped Mike radically improve his energy conservation by adding insulation and new windows. Chad Rigsby from Bartlett Tree Experts has advice on how to keep your trees healthy in summer heat, following a cool, rainy spring.

Skeet from Bartlett Tree Experts, one of our favorite arborists (we know many), returns to the show to talk about the effect of heavy spring rains and sudden cold snaps on our trees. Robert Luo of Mi Terro is creating sustainable clothing from upcycled milk and he tells us how how they're doing it.

On episode nine, join Kyle, Anna and Tabitha as they announce the start of Industry Round Table, a Zoom conversation for members only to share tips as they start to open up; the touching story of locals in Fredericksburg setting up a Memorial Day service, and Trees of Fredericksburg partnering with Bartlett Tree Experts to give away 1,000 trees in the community. The Chamber partners with REC to sponsor and spotlight Taylor and Kayla with Park Lane Tavern. Due to COVID-19, they are operating at half-capacity, but the team is adapting to the restrictions and finding new solutions. Park Lane specializes in both local and imported products and drinks, and Taylor and Kayla share their favorites: firecracker shrimp, french dip, and margaritas. Call them for hours and menu items, like them on social media, and support them today! As the podcast ends, Kyle, Anna and Tabitha share their recommendations: check in with an old friend or family member this week, give yourself and others some grace as we all adjust going back to “normal” life, and grab a Full Focus planner to maximize your plans and goals for post-COVID-19. "Good News Fredericksburg" episodes are available on Apple and Spotify weekly on Wednesday and Friday. Episodes are recorded LIVE, Tuesday and Thursday on the Chamber's Facebook page."Park Lane Tavernhttp://parklanetavern.com/https://www.facebook.com/PLTFredericksburg/

Lisa Hilgenberg from the Regenstein Fruit and Vegetable Garden at the Chicago Botanic Garden explains how 50,000 plants get maintained during a coronavirus outbreak. Scott Jamieson from Bartlett Tree Experts reports on the kind of essential tree care work that can still be done during a stay-at-home order. Jody Osmund from Cedar Valley Sustainable Farm CSA, Leslie Cooperband and Wes Jarrell from Prairie Fruits Farm & Creamery, and Melissa Flynn of the Chicago Green City Market are all working to keep local farmers in business during this crisis.

Scott Jamieson from Bartlett Tree Experts returns to the show to talk about winter tree care and, yes, even how arborists are sometimes called upon to rescue cats from trees. Robert Grillo from Slaughter Free Chicago and Balaji Venkatesan from Slaughter Free Milwaukee explain why they are fighting to stop slaughterhouses across the nation.

Show regular Skeet from Bartlett Tree Experts returns to talk dormant season tree care. And he promises to bring more critters into the studio. (Yay?) Chris McCarthy from EarthPaint explains how you CAN recycle paint and do it for good causes at the same time. BTW, he'll sell you some great quality paints, too.

Scott Jamieson from Bartlett Tree Experts joins Mike and Peggy to talk about fall tree care and how to get your trees ready for winter. U.S. Army Reservist Sgt. Jessica Klinge explains why she is trying to establish an Illinois chapter of Green Veterans. Mike and Peggy preview this Thursday's Midwest Grows Green 4-year anniversary with Benjamin Krumstok of Composting Partners and the Illinois Food Scrap Coalition.

Evan Shorr from Bartlett Tree Experts answers questions about fall tree care. Pastor Scott Onque' of St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church in Chicago previews the Faith in Place Green Team Summit. Rich and Susan Eyre from Rich's Foxwillow Pines in Woodstock, IL, report on the closing of their conifer nursery after 31 years.

Skeet from Bartlett Tree Experts returns to the show with his traveling critter carnival. He talks to Mike and Peggy about summer tree issues. Dan Kosta from Vern Goers Greenhouse previews the Prairie State Bonsai Society annual show at the Morton Arboretum.

Mike, Anne, and Rufus answer all your garden questions with guest Andrew Erdman of Bartlett Tree Experts

Mike, Anne, and Rufus answer all your garden questions with guest Andrew Erdman of Bartlett Tree Experts

Mike, Anne, and Rufus answer all your garden questions with guest Andrew Erdman of Bartlett Tree Experts

Mike, Anne, and Rufus answer all your garden questions with guest Andrew Erdman of Bartlett Tree Experts

Scott Stringer from Bartlett Tree Experts answers your tree care questions. Christine Esposito of Terracom and Dr. Liam Heneghan from DePaul University explain how Third Coast Disrupted: Artists + Scientists on Climate can make people more aware of the threat to our planet posed by the climate crisis. Montrose Beach Dunes steward Leslie Borns and Carl Giomettil from the Chicago Ornithological Society have the latest on the battle to preserve a fragile ecosystem on Chicago's lakefront from a proposed rock concert.

Skeet from Bartlett Tree Experts returns to talk about tree issues for a colder and wetter than normal spring. Dick Peach from the Evanston Environmental Association previews Nature's Night Out. Grant Kessler and Sofia Jouravel explain why you should join the Chicago Market co-op. David and Laura Mitchell from Lumican.com want to change the world, one LED street light at a time.

We head to Wild Blossom Meadery & Winery on Chicago's south side for a honey tasting "mead n' feed" event, featuring Chef Carrie Schloss. Phil Fitch and Nick Arensmann from Bartlett Tree Experts answer urban tree care questions. Nina Baki from Forest Preserve District of Cook County and Val Kehoe from Illinois Extension talk about how you can be part of the Conservation@Home program.

Tyler Balderson, Tree Hugger and Arboriculturist at Bartlett Tree Experts, on the importance of knowing your trees~ "Being a board certified master arborist, the most important part is to be able to identify the tree. Each tree has either its mechanism of growth, or its concerns that I need to identify for the client, but there's also bad trees, there are trees we don't want on your property, and we call those invasive species. . . they can impact the health and growth of a tree that we do want." Tyler Balderson - Tree Hugger and Arboriculturist, Bartlett Tree Experts and host Andy Ockershausen in-studio interview Andy Ockershausen: This is Our Town, and this Andy Ockershausen. And I'm just so excited to welcome a very special guest, my favorite tree hugger. And I use that term in all affection. This man is a very, very famous forester. He's famous because I think he's famous. We found him as the local manager at Bartlett Tree Experts about probably 15 to 20 years ago, Tyler. It's been a great relationship. Tyler Balderson, welcome to Our Town. Tyler Balderson: Thanks for having me. Andy Ockershausen: Isn't this a great town to have Our Town? Tyler Balderson: It's a great town. Andy Ockershausen: Even though we're familiar with you with Anne Arundel County, that's part of Our Town. We've always considered it that. Odenton where you had some ... that's where your office is, in Odenton. Tyler Balderson: That is correct. Andy Ockershausen: But you're a local yokel. Tyler Balderson is Homegrown, A Local Yokel Tyler Balderson: I'm a local yokel. Born and raised. Andy Ockershausen: In Bethesda. Tyler Balderson: In Bethesda, yep. Andy Ockershausen: Went to the school in Bethesda, and your family ... and your father, Andy, is a business man in Bethesda, he had your company before you were born, I would imagine. Tyler Balderson: He did. He's a landscape architect. He's been practicing it for over 40 years now. Andy Ockershausen: And he decided that you'd be a tree person, but you're not an architect, you're a forester. Balderson is a Natural Born Tree Hugger Tyler Balderson: That is correct. Yeah, I was born and raised in a nursery, where he founded our house, and so born and raised around trees. Naturally, I'm going to take care of them. Andy Ockershausen: Did you cut down trees to build your house? Tyler Balderson: No. I'm a tree hugger. I don't cut trees. Andy Ockershausen: You did just the opposite. You would've loved George Washington, right, he cut down a tree and his parents put him in trouble. Tyler Balderson: That is correct. Andy Ockershausen: That's part of Our Town, too, Mount Vernon, you know. First Professional Gig - Elm Trees at Mount Vernon Tyler Balderson: Mount Vernon, we take care of the trees at Mount Vernon. Andy Ockershausen: Is that right? Tyler Balderson: Absolutely. Andy Ockershausen: Your company does? Tyler Balderson: Yep, I personally have been injecting those elm trees for years before, when I got started in tree care, so I personally had taken care of those trees for Mount Vernon. Andy Ockershausen: When you were in Bethesda? Tyler Balderson: Mm-hmm (affirmative), Bethesda, yep, when I first started out. Andy Ockershausen: Well, you've always lived in Bethesda before you went to college, correct? Tyler Balderson: Correct. Our Town Legacy - Three Generations Andy Ockershausen: And the family is back, and your grandfather was born in the city, correct? Tyler Balderson: Correct, yeah. Andy Ockershausen: Within the city limits.

Certified arborist David Story from Bartlett Tree Experts talks about winter care and answers your tree questions at 877-711-5611. Crate Free Illinois founder Jessica Chipkin and Josh Richards from The Humane League preview Tuesday's screening of the documentary film Eating Animals.

Mike McGrath hosts a tree filled episode this week! Mike outlines your options when it comes to taking down trees and how to make those stumps come in handy. Plus, we sit down with Joe Bayer from Bartlett Tree Experts to talk about the lost art of mulching & how volcano mulching could cost you. As always, we take your phone calls. 

There is always more to learn about trees.  Each week on Down the Garden Path Joanne Shaw and Matthew Dressing, discuss down to earth tips and advice for your plants, gardens and landscapes. In each episode, we bring you interesting, relevant and helpful topics to help you achieve a great garden. We learn right along with you from each other, from our research or from the guests that join us here. If you have a garden and want to make it as low maintenance as possible then this podcast is for you.  As Landscape Designers and gardeners themselves, Joanne and Matthew think it is important and possible to have great gardens that are low maintenance and they want to help you make it happen. On this episode, we welcome ISA Certified Arborist, Mark Irwin with Bartlett Tree Experts to talk about Tree care. We learn from Mark, some best practices and tips for planting and maintaining trees. A lot of practical info in this episode and we look forward to having Mark back again!

Certified arborist M.D. Skeet from Bartlett Tree Experts returns to the show to talk summer tree issues. Carey Gillam, author of Whitewash: The Story of Weed Killer, Cancer, and the Corruption of Science, also returns to report on a huge court judgment against the Monsanto Company and its weedkiller Roundup.

Mike checks in with Marshall Stewart at the Raleigh Flea Market. Mike, Anne and Rufus along with special guest Brian Lowrance, Local Manager of Bartlett Tree Experts answer all your gardening questions.

Mike checks in with Sim McIver from the State Farmers Market. Mike and Anne are joined by Rufus and Brian Lowrance, Local Manager at Bartlett Tree Experts.

Mike and Anne along with Rufus answer all your gardening questions. Special guest includes Brian Lowrance, Local Manager of Bartlett Tree Experts.

Mike checks in with Marshall Stewart at the Raleigh Flea Market. Mike, Anne and Rufus along with special guest Brian Lowrance, Local Manager of Bartlett Tree Experts answer all your gardening questions.

Mike checks in with Sim McIver from the State Farmers Market. Mike and Anne are joined by Rufus and Brian Lowrance, Local Manager at Bartlett Tree Experts.

Mike and Anne along with Rufus answer all your gardening questions. Special guest includes Brian Lowrance, Local Manager of Bartlett Tree Experts.

Mike and Anne along with Rufus answer all your gardening questions.Special guests include Author Pam Beck, Roy Lewis (Master Gardener) and Kevin Riegner from Bartlett Tree Experts.

Mike and Anne along with Rufus answer all your gardening questions.Special guests include Author Pam Beck, Roy Lewis (Master Gardener) and Kevin Riegner from Bartlett Tree Experts.

Mike checks in with Ronnie Best at the State Farmer's Market. Mike and Anne along with Rufus answer all your gardening questions. Special Guests include Author Pam Beck, Roy Lewis (Master Gardener) and Kevin Riegner from Bartlett Tree Experts.

Mike checks in with Marshall Stewart at the Raleigh Flea Market. Mike and Anne along with Rufus answer all your gardening questions.Special guests include Author Pam Beck, Roy Lewis (Master Gardener) and Kevin Riegner from Bartlett Tree Experts

Mike checks in with Ronnie Best at the State Farmer's Market. Mike and Anne along with Rufus answer all your gardening questions. Special Guests include Author Pam Beck, Roy Lewis (Master Gardener) and Kevin Riegner from Bartlett Tree Experts.

Mike checks in with Marshall Stewart at the Raleigh Flea Market. Mike and Anne along with Rufus answer all your gardening questions.Special guests include Author Pam Beck, Roy Lewis (Master Gardener) and Kevin Riegner from Bartlett Tree Experts

Mike and Peggy talk to Dr. Allan Armitage about his new book, Of Naked Ladies and Forget-Me-Nots, report on a victory for a suburban natural area, and get tree care advice from Skeet of Bartlett Tree Experts.

Mike and Anne answer all your gardening questions. Special Guest is Jeff Kish from Bartlett Tree Experts.

Mike and Anne answer all your gardening questions. Special Guest is Jeff Kish from Bartlett Tree Experts. Mike also checks in with Sim McIver from the State Farmer's Market.

Mike and Anne answer all your gardening questions. Special Guest is Jeff Kish from Bartlett Tree Experts.

Mike and Anne answer all your gardening questions. Special Guest is Jeff Kish from Bartlett Tree Experts.

Mike and Anne answer all your gardening questions. Special Guest is Jeff Kish from Bartlett Tree Experts. Mike also checks in with Sim McIver from the State Farmer's Market.

Mike and Anne answer all your gardening questions. Special Guest is Jeff Kish from Bartlett Tree Experts.

Bartlett Tree Experts was founded in 1907 by Francis A. Bartlett and is the world’s leading scientific tree and shrub care company.  Nick Martin will be joining the program to discuss some of the things that Barlett has implemented over the years to better maintain the countries trees.  On the program we will discuss the importance of building a stronger root structure, risk assesment of landscapes, pest control, and proper tree pruning. Listen into the show so that you can prepare for the upcoming winter season and make the spring bring a fresh start with a beautiful look to your landscape.

Rick, Doug, and Kristi took your gardening questions plus talked trees with Bartlett Tree Experts