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Denver Landscaping Service Discounts End March 31!

americanarbor March 19, 2021
March 31 unofficially benchmarks the end of winter and the start of spring, regardless of the spring equinox and what Mother Nature might have to say. That’s when we focus determinedly on spring and summer and put away our winter gear. That’s when a Denver homeowner’s focus turns to landscaping. And more importantly – that’s […]

Seasonal Shrub Pruning

americanarbor March 17, 2021
To ensure your shrubs are looking their best and produce full and plentiful flowers, it’s important to prune them at the right time of the season. Here are some guidelines for the best times to prune your shrubs. Early SummerEvergreen shrubs, such as yews, juniper, and boxwood should be trimmed in the early summer.  Flowering shrubs, […]

3 Tips for Planting Trees in Denver this Spring

americanarbor March 17, 2021
While it may seem like a simple, straightforward task to plant a tree, there are actually a few things to remember that can help promote better tree health and vitality. Here are the three most important things to remember when planting trees in Denver:

The Effects of Storm Damage on Your Trees

americanarbor March 17, 2021
Affecting things much differently than freeze damage in the fall, the recent snow has caused major damage. While flowers and plants have felt the icy effects of the snow, shrubs and trees have experienced some damage as well. The snow and freeze breaks branches and limbs from trees, particularly affecting ash trees and trumpet vine.  […]

Freeze Damage to Your Trees and Shrubs

americanarbor March 17, 2021
There are a variety of factors that influence whether your plants can survive a freeze- the particular weather conditions of the freeze, the type of plant, how much of the plant was afflicted, the age of the plant, etc. Luckily, you can usually save your plants before they are killed by the frost. When a […]

Managing Ascochyta Leaf Blight in Denver

americanarbor March 17, 2021
When your lawn appears as it has begun to turn to straw, all signs point to ascochyta. The most common cause of ascochyta leaf blight in grass, is mismanagement or not fully understanding the proper ways to manage turf. While it can be difficult to manage, it is important to understand when and why it […]

7 Steps to Prepare Your Trees for Winter

americanarbor March 17, 2021
The end of the growing season for trees in our climate typically comes at the end of June; however, it is somewhat dependent upon a variety of factors such as bud dormancy break, soil temperatures, day and night length, and precipitation.  Once the season of growth is completed, trees will set buds for the following […]

Holiday Lighting Installation in Denver

americanarbor March 15, 2021
Did you know that American Arbor Care offers custom holiday light decoration? During the most wonderful time of the year, we can come to your home or business and put up a stunning display of lights and decorations. There’s nothing like the dazzling sight of beautiful lights to signal the arrival of the holidays. You’ll […]

Landscaping & Pest Prevention Resources

americanarbor March 4, 2021
CSU Extension – www.ext.colostate.edu ISA – www.isa-arbor.com TCIA – www.treecareindustry.org The National Arbor Day Foundation – www.arborday.orgThis website is a fountain of useful information, descriptions and photos. Tree Benefit Calculator – www.treebenefits.com For updates on the Emerald Ash Borer and it’s movements, please visit www.emeraldashborer.com

Pinnacle Assurance Circle of Safety Award

americanarbor January 22, 2020
American Arbor Care named a Circle of Safety Winner for 2019!!! American Arbor Care is honored and proud to be one of just 50 of Pinnacol’s customers to receive the 2019 Circle of Safety Award. Our employees are like family, so keeping them safe on the job will always be our top priority.American Arbor places workplace […]

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