Oak Leaf Blister

Oak leaf blister is a fungal disease that is found in many species of oak. We diagnosed a tree on the northwest side of Norman with this disease this week. The early stages can present on red oaks as light-colored spots that are cupped or raised on one side. It is usually not a serious problem for the health of the tree, although it can diminish the aesthetic appeal of the tree. 

The light-colored spots are a symptom of early stage oak leaf blister. 

Tree Risk Assessment Qualification

Congratulations to Don, Stefanie, and Mariah on receiving their ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualification!

The International Society of Arborculture describes the Tree Risk Assessment Qualification as a program that "trains arborists how to use the methodologies outlined in the ISA Best Management Practices for Tree Risk Assessment. This qualification promotes the safety of people and property by providing a standardized and systematic process for assessing tree risk. The results of a tree risk assessment can provide tree owners and risk managers with the information to make informed decisions to enhance tree benefits, health, and longevity."

http://www.isa-arbor.com/certification/becomeQualified/becomeQualified.aspx

From Left: Stefanie, Mariah, and Don, the Tree Wizard's newly qualified arborists!

The Tree Risk Assessment Qualification was great because it gave us an organized, methodical way to assess the risk of trees. It helped teach us how to apply our knowledge in arboriculture to the inherently subjective area of tree risk assessment, and provided a language that allows us to understand risk and then communicate that to our customers in a consistent, widely-used format.

Our Newest ISA Certified Arborist!

The Tree Wizard now had Three ISA Certified Arborists on Staff!

Congratulations to Mariah Menzie for passing her arborist exam and becoming the third ISA Certified Arborist at Tree Wizard! Great work! 

Ice Damage 2016

The recent ice storm hit El Reno and Yukon more than OKC and Norman, but we saw these all over central Oklahoma. One of the many reasons it's important to keep your trees trimmed ahead of the storms!