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At Big O Tree and Lawn Service, we pride ourselves on being experts in our field, dedicated to providing you with timely pest alerts and valuable plant education. Our blog is a rich resource filled with insights on maintaining your landscape’s health and beauty, along with occasional updates and stories from our company. You can also follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok to see what we’re working on next!
What is a Tent Caterpillar?
In the early spring as new leaves begin to come out, so too does a small caterpillar. This pest is most often seen on Wild Cherries and other fruit trees. It is known as the Eastern Tent Caterpillar and is an annual visitor to Central Virginia and The Shenandoah...
Protect Your Boxwood from the Pests Like the Leaf Miner
Boxwoods are an elegant shrub that can keep your landscape looking sharp. It is a slow growing shrub making maintenance a much less daunting task than other hedge options. Boxwoods, like all plants, are subject to pest infestation so routine plant health care should...
Early Spring! What Does That Mean?
We are experiencing an early spring this year. The winter was mild and the trees and plants are showing the signs of the season. The last few years we have had long, extended winter weather and had to wait on the plants to begin growing. What does this mean for your...
Big O Tree’s Response to COVID-19
As we collectively respond to the current national emergency, Big O Tree & Lawn Service would like to let you know that we are still open for business. In light of the concern for transmission of this disease, we are making the following changes and...
The Swing Tree
On top of the mountain near Montebello, Virginia stands the Landmark Tree. This White Oak has stood sentinel on this hill since the mid 17th century. The Landmark Tree has proven its strong and tenacious character as it has battled severe conditions for over three...