Arborilogical Services Inc.

08/28/2026

🌳 What Is Summer Limb Drop?
Have you ever noticed a large, healthy-looking branch suddenly fall from a tree on a hot summer day? This phenomenon is known as Summer Limb Drop and often happens without warning. During periods of high temperatures, particularly night temperatures approaching or exceeding above 89˚F, mature trees can unexpectedly shed large limbs, even when there are no visible signs of damage or disease.
⚠️ Summer limb drop can pose serious risks to people, vehicles, homes, and property. If you have large shade trees on your property, now is the perfect time to schedule a professional tree inspection. Identifying structural concerns and reducing excess canopy weight may help lower the risk of unexpected branch failures.
Learn more from our owner, Steve Houser in his new featured article on Neil Sperry’s E-Gardens: https://neilsperry.com/2026/08/extreme-heat-and-trees-by-steve-houser/
📞 Contact us today to have your trees evaluated by a certified arborist. 972-442-1524

08/21/2026

With over 100 trees illegally removed in Dallas’ Bluffview, people are saying, “They’ve taken the bluff out of Bluffview.”

The ongoing issue has residents concerned of the environmental impacts, but according to the article by Robert Wilonsky, the property owner has already planned for $6-7 million in landscaping including tree mitigation. It is up to citizens to steward our urban forest. If ever questioning tree management and city ordinances, call your city arborist. For specific management such as consultation, pruning, fertilizer, treatments, removals, and stump grinding, feel free to give us a call! 972-442-1524


Read the article:

Property owner says he followed the city’s rules, while neighbors insist he’s “ruined” the land. (Above) Where once movie stars hid on this hilltop, today a moonscape is visible th…

07/15/2026

Emerald Ash Borer is an invasive wood‑boring insect affecting ash trees across North Texas. Larvae feed beneath the bark, disrupting the tree’s ability to move water and nutrients—often before visible symptoms appear.

What to look for:
• Thinning canopy
• Bark splitting
• Small 1/8” D‑shaped exit holes
• S‑shaped galleries under the bark

Why early evaluation matters:
Once infestation begins, decline can progress quickly—making proactive care the most effective way to preserve healthy ash trees.

If you have ash on your property, we would love to give a professional assessment in determining the best management strategy for you!

Keep up to date with Texas Department of Agriculture's quarantine regulations: https://texasagriculture.gov/Regulatory-Programs/Plant-Quality/Pest-and-Disease-Alerts/Emerald-Ash-Borer

06/24/2026

It is with an extremely heavy heart that we announce the passing of our longtime colleague, esteemed arborist, loving Uncle and dear friend, Russell Neil Peters, on Friday, June 12, 2026.

Russell was born in Houston, Texas on September 17, 1959, to Donald and Lilian Peters. He was the youngest of three boys. Russell was raised in and around the love of sports and nature in Texas where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Ornamental Horticulture from Texas Tech University in 1982, and a Master of Science degree in Plant Pathology from Texas A&M University in 1985. He became an International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Certified Arborist in 1992 and joined Arborilogical Services, Inc. in 1996. Throughout his distinguished career, Russell continued to advance his professional credentials, ultimately becoming an ISA Board Certified Master Arborist.

Russell touched countless lives through his work, mentorship, and friendship. He was deeply respected by our staff, clients, and fellow arborists throughout the industry. His expertise, dedication, and passion for trees helped save a forest of ailing trees over the course of his career. Russell was one of the finest arborists in the industry and his contributions will benefit both the profession and the trees he cared for long into the future.

He will be truly missed by all those fortunate enough to have known him. We are grateful he was a part of our lives.
Russell’s family is considering a celebration of life memorial service at a future date. Additional details will be shared when they become available.
For more information: https://www.arborilogical.com/

06/05/2026

We were proud to be part of this year’s Texas Tree Climbing Competition—what an incredible display of skill, safety, and passion for the profession! 🌳🧗‍♂️
As both a sponsor and attendee, it was an honor to support an event that brings together some of the most talented arborists in the industry. The energy, camaraderie, and professionalism on display remind us why we love what we do.
👏 Congratulations to all the competitors for your dedication, precision, and hard work. Whether you took home a win or simply challenged yourself, you’re all helping raise the bar for tree care excellence.
We’re already looking forward to next year!

05/28/2026

Great job identifying! 🎉 English Oak, Quercus robur 'Fastigiata'

While our DFW summers can be harsh for them at times, they look great in landscapes with their narrow, columner form.

If you want more suggestions on tree selection for your landscape, give us a call! 📞

05/20/2026

🌳 Tree ID Challenge! 🌳
Take a close look at the leaf shape, texture, and overall form…
Can you guess what tree species this is? 🤔
Drop your answer in the comments ⬇️
Bonus points if you can name the genus, species, and variety! 🌱
We’ll reveal the answer soon—stay tuned!

05/07/2026

Root flare depth matters.

These post oaks were recently uncovered after we discovered their root flares had been buried nearly 3 feet deep over a period of many years. When the natural flare of a tree is covered by excess soil, mulch, construction debris, or grade changes, the trunk tissue can stay too wet, oxygen can be reduced, and decay can develop where we need strength the most.

After carefully excavating the root flares, our team used resistance drilling to evaluate internal wood condition and check for decay. That information helps us determine whether the trees are still structurally viable and what care plan is appropriate moving forward.

Post oaks are tough Texas natives, but they do not tolerate root disturbance or buried trunk tissue well. Finding and correcting these issues early can make a major difference.

Concerned about soil piled around your trees or a flare you can’t see? Contact our team or visit us online to schedule a certified arborist visit.

04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day! Today we celebrate the trees that shade our homes, clean our air, and make our neighborhoods feel alive. As your local tree care team, we’re committed to keeping our urban forest healthy—one pruning, fertilization, and preservation project at a time.

Let’s keep growing a greener community together. Connect with us to learn how we can care for your trees and landscape.

04/10/2026

We’re seeing a great example here of how past stress compounds over time.

These eastern redcedars are showing signs of decline after recent seasons of drought and environmental stress. When trees are pushed beyond their limits, even tough, drought-tolerant species like redcedar can begin to thin, discolor, and struggle to maintain healthy growth.

But here’s where it gets interesting 👇

Those small, round, brown structures you see are cedar-apple rust galls. During wet spring weather, they produce those bright orange, jelly-like “horns” (called telial horns). While they look alarming, they don’t significantly harm the redcedar itself.

However, redcedar plays an important role in the life cycle of this fungus—it’s one of two required hosts. The other hosts?
👉 Callery pears
👉 Apples
👉 Crabapples
👉 Fruiting pears

And those trees can be much more impacted, developing leaf spots, defoliation, and reduced vigor.

This is a perfect reminder that tree health isn’t just about what we see today—it’s the result of seasons of stress, site conditions, and even nearby plant relationships.

If you’re noticing decline, unusual growths, or spotting on your trees, we’re here to help you connect the dots and protect your landscape long-term.

📞 Reach out to schedule a visit with one of our certified arborists—we’d love to take a look.