by Orvin Kiser | Dec 8, 2015 | Tree Care
Deciduous trees and shrubs can incur shoot dieback and bud death during the winter. Flower buds are more susceptible to injury than vegetative buds. A good example of this is forsythia, where plant stems and leaf buds are hardy, but flower buds are very susceptible to...
by Orvin Kiser | May 18, 2015 | Lawn Care, Tree Care
Virginia’s trees and shrubs are susceptible to regional-specific diseases, pests and environmental conditions. At Big O Tree, we employ licensed and certified arborists that understand the conditions unique to Northern Virginia landscapes. Our arborists have the...
by Orvin Kiser | May 6, 2015 | Tree Care
“I think that I shall never see, a poem lovely as a tree.” American poet Joyce Kilmer was right on the money way back in 1913 when he wrote his seminal work, “Trees.” In autumn, the leaves of deciduous trees change from green to vibrant reds,...
by Orvin Kiser | Apr 13, 2015 | Tree Care
Over the last couple of years, we have heard about, and some communities have seen firsthand, the devastation caused when a mature tree falls on a house. Trees are an important and valuable resource in an urban environment. They provide many environmental services,...
by Orvin Kiser | Mar 24, 2015 | Tree Care
Before you have Big O Tree cut down the dead tree in your yard, you’ll need to decide whether the we should remove the tree stump as well. If you’re having a hard time making this judgment call, consider these factors when deciding what to do with the...
by Orvin Kiser | Mar 12, 2015 | Tree Care
How to dig safe Just call 811. Virginia state law requires anyone who digs to notify Virginia 811 before starting. Digging can be dangerous and costly without knowing where underground facilities are located. By calling Virginia 811, you contact all member utilities...
