In the intricate web of forest ecosystems, the presence of Ganoderma, a wood-decaying fungus, unfolds a fascinating narrative. While it is often recognised for its role in compromising the structural integrity of trees, there exists a paradoxical aspect to its...
Tree Health Articles
Unravelling the Story of Ash Dieback’s Introduction and Spread in the UK
In the serene landscapes of the United Kingdom, a silent and insidious threat has been quietly making its presence known—Ash Dieback disease. This devastating fungal infection, caused by the pathogen Hymenoscyphus fraxineus, has cast a shadow over the nation's ash...
How Do Trees Help The Environment?
Trees mark the paths we take in more ways than one: traditionally used as markers when seeking direction, they also have roots in people’s lives, whether it’s a poplar used as a natural climbing frame, the willow in a wedding photograph or an oak planted in...
Why Do Trees Lose Their Leaves?
Each autumn, trees across the Northern Hemisphere turn various shades of brown, orange, yellow - and even a regal purple - while in the Northern Tropics trees shed their leaves at the start of the dry season (October-March) - but why do trees lose their leaves -...
What Is Japanese Knotweed (And Why You Need To Know About It)
It might look pretty, but getting rid of Japanese knotweed can be an ugly business. Since it’s introduction to the UK in the mid-19th Century as an ornamental plant, the question of how to treat Japanese Knotweed has been one leaving gardeners in a tangle. A Japanese...
Is My Tree Dangerous?
As wonderful as trees can be, over the course of their lives they can be party to numerous afflictions such as diseases, rot, infestations and many more. If caught in time, many of these issues can be solved by a qualified tree surgeon. Unfortunately, it isn’t always...