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Liriope’s Muse: Tree Care Tips from a Master Arborist

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Liriope's Muse: When should I call a Certified Arborist

This is the equivalent of "When should I call my doctor?" and there are many reasons you may need to call an arborist.

You should call anytime you feel your tree seems unhealthy, if your HOA has certain requirements that need to be met, if you notice any drastic changes in the appearance of the tree, or if you feel that your tree is posing a fall risk/danger to your home and safety. An experienced arborist can provide you with a diagnosis and a treatment plan or course of action that is in the best interest of your tree's health. At Eric Putnam BCMA, Inc. our top priority is the health of your tree. We trim and prune trees ethically and believe that tree removal should be the last resort. We stray away from cosmetic procedures and harsh chemicals and only do what is absolutely necessary for the health and vitality of your tree.

Eric Putnam BCMA offers service estimates free of charge and a $150 fee for consultations. He enjoys taking the time to come out and assess/diagnose your trees. So should you need an arborist, Eric is the guy to call!

our email is - Ericputnambcma@gmail.com

or on the phone - (832)-385-1836

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Liriope’s Muse - Expert Tree Care Tips

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Why Fall is the Ideal Season for Planting Trees

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Planting trees is one of the most impactful ways to improve your landscape and benefit the environment. However, choosing the right season to plant can make all the difference in helping a tree thrive. Check out this blog to learn more!

Protecting Trees and Homeowners: A Call to Rethink Forced Pruning by Insurance Companies

By Eric Putnam • 11 Oct, 2024

Insurance companies are increasingly pressuring homeowners to prune or remove trees under the guise of liability and safety concerns and in doing so they are murdering healthy and otherwise safe trees.

Why Are Leaves Green? The Science Behind Nature's Color Palette

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If you've ever wandered through a forest, admired a sprawling oak, or simply observed the trees in your yard, you might have wondered where these beautiful plants got their color

The Toxic Relationship Between Trees and Grass

By Eric Putnam • 01 Oct, 2024

In many landscapes, trees and grass coexist, but not always harmoniously. It is a common misconception that grass does not grow under the trees canopy due to the shade or lack of sun, which is simply incorrect. check out this blog to learn about a trees natural allelopathy.

Julia Lorraine Hill: The Woman Who Lived in a Tree to Save a Forest

By Eric Putnam • 25 Sep, 2024

When it comes to environmental activism, Julia Lorraine Hill, also known as "Butterfly," stands out as a symbol of dedication and courage. Check out this blog to learn more about Julia and how her determination saved many historical trees.

CODIT: A Trees Healing

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CODIT is an acronym for Compartmentalization Of Decay In Trees. This term is used in the tree care industry to describe the processes that occurs when a tree is wounded.

Understanding Tree Girdling: How It Affects Your Trees and How to Prevent It

By Eric Putnam • 09 Sep, 2024

Tree girdling is a common condition plaguing many urban trees, often going unnoticed until significant damage has been done. In this blog you'll get a greater understanding of what tree girdling is and how to avoid it.

Ball Moss, an Epidemic

By Eric Putnam • 30 Aug, 2024

Ball moss is a small, tufted plant often found on trees in the southern region commonly mistaken to be harmless. In this article, we'll delve into the impact of ball moss on trees and what you can do to manage it.

Understanding Tree Roots: How They Affect Your Yard and What You Need to Know About Managing Them

By Eric Putnam • 19 Aug, 2024

A common concern among our customers is the impact of tree roots on their yards, particularly regarding the health of their driveways and sidewalks and maintaining the overall aesthetic appeal. In this blog, we'll explore the reality of how roots interact with concrete and structures, as well as the crucial role a tree's root system plays and why it is so essential to the life of the tree.

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By Eric Putnam • 09 Aug, 2024

Crape myrtles are cherished for their vibrant summer blooms and striking bark. However, these beautiful trees and shrubs face a growing threat from crape myrtle bark scale. In this blog we will delve into CMBS, prevention, and management tips tho keep your crape myrtles thriving.

Knowing the difference between a tropic lean and falling tree

By Eric Putnam • 01 Aug, 2024

Trees are remarkable organisms that continually adapt to their environment. Among the many fascinating behaviors they exhibit, tropic leaning and mechanical leaning are often misunderstood.

The Dark Side of Tree Service: Price Gouging After Storms

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In this blog post, I’ll delve into what carbon sequestration is, how trees contribute to it, and why it’s vital for our planet’s health.

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Do you have a dead tree in your yard and dont know what to do with it? In this blog we will explore all of your options from recycling, repurposing, and removal!

Liriope’s Muse Myths: Storm pruning is beneficial and necessary for your trees for survivability during this hurricane season.

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By Eric Putnam • 10 May, 2024

We don’t yet have the answer to this age old question and the chances are we won’t be around long enough to find out, but check out this blog for the closest answers we have.

The Healing Hands of Nature: How Certified Arborists Serve as Tree Doctors

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Ever wondered the similarities between a Certified Arborist and a Doctor? Check out this blog that details the fascinating parallels between the two industries.

Phytophthora: The Plant Destroying Pathogen

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The dry and hot conditions of Houston’s summers are hard for even the most resilient of trees to survive. Our Board Certified Master Arborist, Eric Putnam, has compiles a list of 7 tips that can help ensure your beloved trees stay healthy during this trying time.

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I recently took a short trip to the beautiful sunshine state of Florida (St. Petersburg) to bask in the sun and take in the nature, and thought I’d share some of my discoveries with you all in this blog!

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Dealing with pesky overhanging tree branches? Are they yours to trim? Read this blog now to find out your rights!

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