Talking Trees with Davey Tree

Creative & Sustainable Uses for Wood Waste: Heirlooms, Crafts & More

Looking for ways to be sustainable with wood waste, or want to get creative with your trees? Jay Judd from Davey's East Denver office joins us to share creative ways

Drought Recovery: Why Some Trees Bounce Back and Others Don't

Can drought affect some trees more than others? Will Johnston from Davey's Austin office joins us to explain how root systems, soil conditions, traits and more influ

Oh, Osage Orange Tree: You Either Love It or Hate It

Have you wondered what tree grows those strange green, brain-like balls? Lou Meyer from Davey's Mid-Atlantic regions returns for our species series to talk about the

Top Tree Picks to Add Value to Your Landscape

Thinking about planting trees to increase your property's value? Ryan Gustafson from Davey's Southwest Metro office in Minneapolis joins us to discuss how the r

Perennials 101: Why Now is the Perfect Time to Plant

Did you know fall is the perfect time to plant perennials? Jordan Williams, sales representative from Davey's Commercial Landscape Services (CLS) division, joins us

Early Leaf Drop: Is This Supposed to Happen?

Mike Cassidy from Davey's West Columbus office joins us to talk about early leaf drop, including the stressors that cause it and what you can do to help prevent it.

Tree Planting Season is Almost Here: What You Need to Know

Erik Benneter from Davey Canada's Toronto West office joins us to talk about tree planting season, including which trees to plant, soil and digging tips, top plantin

Beech Leaf Disease: The Spread Across New England

Dan Hager from Hartney Greymont, a Davey company, in Concord, Massachusetts, joins us to discuss the devastating effects of beech leaf disease, its rapid spread across Ne

Tree Check Month: How to Spot Warning Signs This August

Rachel Broskey from Davey's Knoxville office joins us to discuss Tree Check Month, including how to inspect your trees, what warning signs to look for and why routin

Invasive Trees and Shrubs: Which Species Make the List?

Pat Etherington from Davey's Lake Bluff office talks with host Doug Oster about several invasive trees, including why they're problematic, what trees to choose

River Birch: The Beautiful East Coast Tree

Lou Meyer, arborist from Davey's Mid-Atlantic region, continues our species series with the beautiful river birch tree. In this episode, Lou and host Doug Oster talk

Biochar: The Secret to Better Soil and Plant Health

Nate Conn from Davey's North Central Wood Products office and Brian Borkowicz, senior advisor for the Davey Institute, answer questions about biochar, including how

Feeling the Heat: How to Protect Trees from Heat Stress

Jay Judd from Davey's East Denver office joins us to talk about how heat stress impacts trees, the warning signs homeowners should watch for and practical steps to h

How Tree Shade Data is Collected & Why it's Important

Jason Henning and Jay Heppler from Davey Resource Group join us to talk all about tree shade in urban environments, including how foresters collect data on shade and how

What's Eating My Oak Tree? A Guide to Common Oak Issues

Alec Hall from Davey's St. Louis West office joins us to talk about oak trees, including common diseases like oak wilt and sudden oak death, identifying resilient sp

Helping Pollinators Thrive: Native Species, Plant Picks and More

Adam Baker, research entomologist at the Davey Institute, tells us how we can support pollinators, including planting native species, choosing pollinator-friendly plants

The Dirt on Drought Stress: Signs and Solutions You Need to Know

Izzy Christmann from Lewis Tree Service, a Davey Company, breaks down drought stress, including how to spot the signs, choose drought-tolerant species, follow best wateri

What's Wrong with My Boxwood? - Blights, Box Tree Moth and More

Nick Dios from Davey's West Cleveland office talks all about boxwoods, including different types, choosing and planting the right one and its biggest threats, such a

Kentucky Coffee Tree: Why Arborists Love This Tree

Lou Meyer from Davey's mid-Atlantic region joins us to talk about the Kentucky coffee tree, including its features, habits, traits and why homeowners should consider

Setting Your Lawn Up for Success PART TWO

In part one of this two-part episode, Zane Raudenbush, manager of research operations at the Davey Institute, shares helpful tips for caring for your lawn this spring and