As you drive along Sharon Road in Charlotte you will notice several mature Willow Oak Trees that line the road. These trees were originally planted as part of the Morrison farm and estate, back at the turn of the last century. What was once a farm is now called South Park. Yes, South Park Mall and much of its commercial and residential areas were once sprawling farmland. These trees originally lined the once country lane called Sharon Road. Shrub Doctor was recently asked to assess the health of four of these mature trees. Shrub Doctor recommended that the trees first be pruned of all dead and dying limbs. After the trees were pruned, rich organic nutrients were provided to each tree via deep root fertilization. Our mature trees are a Charlotte treasure yet they are undergoing severe stress due to drought, overcrowding, canker worms, and damages brought on by construction. Shrub Doctor has addressed this problem with its annual fertilization program, where these mature trees are supplied with rich organic nutrients each year. Shrub Doctor has ISA Certified Arborists on staff to assess the heath of your trees. Contact Shrub Doctor today to learn more about how your trees can receive our personal care and special attention so they will continue to provide you joy in the generations ahead.
Posts Tagged ‘Myers Park Trees’
Feeding Charlotte’s Giant Oaks
Posted in Around Your Neighborhood, tagged canker worms, Canker worms in Charlotte, certified arborist charlotte, Certified ISA arborist, Charlotte arborist, Charlotte tree health, Charlotte trees, Deep Root Fertilization, Myers Park Oaks, Myers Park Trees on December 7, 2016| Leave a Comment »
Jack O’Lantern Mushrooms
Posted in Around Your Neighborhood, tagged Ballentyne trees, certified arborist charlotte, Charlotte NC trees, charlotte street trees, Charlotte tree and shrub care, Charlotte tree health, Charlotte trees, Deep Root Fertilization, Myers Park Oaks, Myers Park Trees, Shrub Doctor, Tree fungus on October 4, 2016| Leave a Comment »
Shrub Doctor was called assess the health of this oak tree yesterday. Normally mushrooms and fungal conks growing at the base of a tree indicate advanced stages of root decay. In this case, the tree was in perfect health.
These Jack O’lantern mushrooms are actually living off of the decaying mulch and leaf debris surrounding the tree. Jack O’lantern mushrooms get their name from the strange glow that is emitted from their underbelly. Jack O’lantern mushrooms contain a substance similar to that of a lightning bug, causing the areas around the mushroom to emit a faint glow in darkness.
If you see mushrooms growing around the base of your trees, call Shrub Doctor immediately. Not all assessments of basal fungi end in good news. Our ISA Certified Arborists will provide you a clear and accurate assessment of your trees so you will have a better understanding of the health of your landscape.
Transplanting Dogwood Trees
Posted in Around Your Neighborhood, tagged Ballentyne trees, Certified ISA arborist, Charlotte arborist, Charlotte NC trees, Charlotte shrub care, charlotte street trees, Charlotte tree and shrub care, Charlotte tree health, Charlotte trees, Deep Root Fertilization, Myers Park Oaks, Myers Park Trees on February 11, 2016| Leave a Comment »
The late winter season is a great time to transplant your dogwood trees. Shrub Doctor moved this tree just the other day. We made a sequence of photos to record the proper procedures that we use to assure a successful transplant. The first photo shows where we severed the roots for easy removal. We next found some great organic compost right under a willow oak, at the back of the property. This compost was mixed with the clay soil removed from the new tree site. Note how we added a few rotting limbs to the bottom of the hole to help improve the fungi populations in the soil. You can find earlier posts that describe this procedure in more detail. We next fertilized the tree with our special blend of poultry manure and completed the planting with a slow deep soaking of the tree. We will continue to perform this same watering procedure about three times a week until we feel the tree can make it on its own. If you have any questions about transplanting your trees or shrubs give Shrub Doctor a call at 704-920-0290. We’ll be glad to give you advise to assure that you too have a successful day in your garden.
Gutter Mulch
Posted in Around Your Neighborhood, tagged Ballentyne trees, Boxwood care Charlotte, Charlotte tree and shrub care, Myers Park Trees, Shrub and tree care Charlotte, Shrub Doctor Charlotte, Sustainable landscaping, Sustainable organic shrub care on January 16, 2016| Leave a Comment »
Never under estimate where you might find great organic mulch around your house. The decaying leaf matter in your gutters can be spread around your shrubs to provide them a rich food source.
Aging Trees of Myers Park
Posted in Around Your Neighborhood, tagged Canker worms in Charlotte, certified arborist charlotte, Charlotte arborist, Charlotte tree health, Charlotte trees, Deep Root Fertilization, Myers Park Oaks, Myers Park Trees on February 13, 2015| Leave a Comment »
Every visit to Myers Park opens my eyes more to the declining health of our city trees. I noticed this tree today at the corner or Ardsley and Brunswick Ave. Notice the rotting root flare on one side of the tree, and the other cavity on the opposite side. While I was there I made some soundings to the trunk of the tree and found it to be rotting. I love our trees, yet this one may need to be removed. High winds could bring this one down on a car or pedestrian. If you feel concerned about the trees on your property give Shrub Doctor a call. Our ISA Certified Arborists will be glad to provide a free assessment of your tree’s health. Shrub Doctor has many solutions that will help prolong the life of your trees. Give us a call. We’ll be right out to see you.
Canker Worm Activity in Charlotte
Posted in Around Your Neighborhood, tagged Canker worms in Charlotte, certified arborist charlotte, Charlotte arborist, Charlotte tree health, ISA certified arborists, Myers Park canker worms, Myers Park Oaks, Myers Park Trees on January 28, 2015| Leave a Comment »
I went walking on Queens Road in Charlotte today to check the canker worm traps that protect the oaks of Myers Park. I wanted to see how much activity we’ve had in the city, and viewing the tree bands is a great way to see them. All the bands were full of female canker worms. Its amazing to see how well the traps are working. The second photo shows leaves and debris stuck to the bands. This allows the worms to walk right on over the barrier. Even with this issue I still noticed a lot of captured female insects. To learn more about the health of your mature trees, give Shrub Doctor a call. Our ISA Certified Arborists would enjoy the opportunity to help you. Call us today at 704-490-2000.
Aging Oaks in Myers Park- Charlotte, NC
Posted in Around Your Neighborhood, tagged Certified ISA arborist, Charlotte arborist, Charlotte NC trees, Myers Park, Myers Park Oak Leaf, Myers Park Oaks, Myers Park Trees, Shrub Doctor, Tree Decay on December 21, 2014| Leave a Comment »
Myers Park is one of the oldest and most prominent areas of Charlotte, NC. It began development soon after World War I, and many of its trees are almost 100 years old. Charlotte is known for its majestic trees, and now Myers Park is saddled with the challenge of how to save them. As you see in the photos, many of the street lined trees have never had an adequate area to grow, and are now being invaded by roads, driveways, and sidewalks. Shrub Doctor is also seeing the signs of decay in several trees. As a tree ages, it often experiences root rot diseases. As the roots decay, the tree becomes very vulnerable to uprooting in a storm. Attached are photos of fungal conks growing on the root flairs at the tree’s base.. These trees will become more and more dangerous as the decay progresses. In one photo Shrub Doctor identified a huge tree that is slowly declining. Notice in the second photo that its directly in front of a very beautiful home. This is just one of several examples that can be seen while walking in Myers Park. If you see issues with your trees give Shrub Doctor a call. Mark Tally is a certified ISA arborist and will gladly meet with you. He will provide a free evaluation of your trees and provide solutions that can add years of life to your landscape. Give him a call today, 704-920-0290, or contact Mark Tally at mark.tally@shrubdoctor.com /2014/12/myers-park-1.jpg”>
Organic Tree and Shrub Programs
Posted in Around Your Neighborhood, tagged Certified ISA arborist, Deep Root Fertilization, Myers Park, Myers Park Oak Leaf, Myers Park Trees on August 13, 2010| Leave a Comment »
Fully 15% of your property value can be attributed to the overall appearance of your landscape.
Neglected Ornamental Trees & Shrubs decline and take away from the value of your property.
Shrub Doctor provides annual integrated plant healthcare programs that control disease
and infestation in your ornamental trees and shrubs and promote healthy growth.