Fall Fertilization: Giving Your Trees What They Need, When They Need It

Tina Graver

Published on: 08/10/2025

Discover why fall is the best time to fertilize trees and shrubs with slow-release, balanced nutrients. Learn how proper timing supports root growth, what N-P-K means, and why Northeast Ohio soils often need phosphorus, potassium, and manganese. Get expert advice on fertilizing new trees, avoiding high-salt products, and choosing the right method—from deep root feeding to air-injected granular applications. Build stronger, healthier trees this fall.

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A Lifetime with Plants: How I Got Here

Tina Graver

Published on: 04/08/2025

Discover how Tina Graver, a Board Certified Master Arborist, turned a lifelong interest in plants into a consulting career focused on science-based tree care and risk assessment.

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When Trees Cause Damage: How Arborist Reports Support Legal and Insurance Cases

Tina Graver

Published on: 18/07/2025

When a tree causes property damage, a Level 3 Tree Risk Assessment can help determine cause, document evidence, and support legal or insurance decisions.

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Beech Trees at Risk: What Homeowners Need to Know About Beech Leaf Disease

Tina Graver

Published on: 13/07/2025

If you’ve noticed your beech tree looking a little less lush this summer, you’re not alone. A silent but serious threat is spreading across Northeast Ohio—and it’s changing our landscapes for good.

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