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Emerald Ash Borer Found in Olmsted County, Minnesota

Posted on August 25, 2014 - 3:47 pm by

Maier Tree and Lawn answers all your EAB questions

Though Minnesota has only had 4 counties with Emerald Ash Borer identified over the last six years, on August 20th, EAB positive trees were confirmed in Olmsted County. The infected trees are near the I-90 and Hwy 63 interchange, south of the Rochester airport. This is the first confirmed case in our area.

What does this mean for Olmsted County?

We will join Hennepin, Houston, Ramsey, and Winona counties in a quarantine, hoping to prevent the spread of Emerald Ash Borer. Compared to other states, Minnesota has done a good job in containing the infested trees. With approximately 1 billion ash trees, Minnesota is especially susceptible to EAB and the destructive consequences of an infestation.

How do I protect my trees and property? 

First of all, don’t panic. Maier Tree & Lawn knew the spread of EAB was a possibility and has been preparing for such an occurrence. You may already be on our list for ash tree treatment, and in this case, our team will visit your property within the next few weeks. If you are not on our ash tree treatment list, now is the perfect time to schedule a consult with one of our arborists.

Prevention is the key to keeping your trees healthy. With Maier Tree & Lawn, you can put a plan in place that will protect your ash trees. This includes putting them on a treatment schedule, removing less valuable ash trees, and planting other species of trees to diversify your property. Waiting until you see physical damage or symptoms may be too late to save your tree.

As time goes on, the emerald ash borer infestation may spread. Now is the time to contact us for treatment or removal. By booking ahead for winter removal, you can actually save money. Tree removal pricing will increase as demand for eradicating EAB increases. By acting now, even a lightly infested tree will have great recovery results.

What else can I do?

Hopefully, you’re part of the majority who haven’t yet found EAB on their properties. If so, there are a few other things you can do to help prevent the spread of emerald ash borer.

  • Don’t transport firewood. This is the major cause of the spread of infestations.
  • Be aware of quarantine restrictions. Quarantines operate on a state and federal level. Please check before transporting any tree out of your area.
  • Watch your ash trees for infestation. A quick reaction can help save a lightly infested tree.

Who should I call?

There are many tree removal services in Rochester, MN but Maier Tree & Lawn is the only tree and lawn care service that is TCIA accredited. When it comes to treating trees for emerald ash borer, using Maier will put you in the best hands. Maier Tree & Lawn’s certified arborists are trained in the art of planting, caring for, and maintaining trees. We see each tree, and the forest as a whole. We already have plenty of experience dealing with EAB in Winona county, and we are ready to serve the residents of Rochester and Olmsted County.

Please contact us today for preventative action or tree removal services. You can reach us in Rochester at 507.286.8733 or in Winona at 507.454.7000. You can also request a quote by visiting our website. Together, we can save your tree(s).

Summer Lawn Care Projects in Rochester, MN

Posted on August 7, 2014 - 1:20 pm by

Maier Tree & Lawn Provides Tree Pruning Services in Rochester and Winona, MN

We are approaching the warmest time of the year in the Midwest, and that means the grass and weeds have been growing for several months now. Which likely also means you have weeds that are “growing like weeds” and starving your grass of sunlight and required nutrients. Given the warm temperatures, you may want to stay inside to relax and let Maier Tree & Lawn of Rochester, MN handle your lawn care needs.

Most people know that the best way to maintain a healthy lawn is to fertilize their turf and give it the nutrients the grass needs to thrive. However, fertilizing can entail many different applications and products. Keeping weeds at bay requires the correct type and timely application of weed killer. This holds true in controlling crabgrass and insects. When and how to apply these treatments may be quite confusing, but the experts at Maier Tree & Lawn know exactly what to do.

Maier Tree & Lawn will come to your property and do an extensive lawn analysis. They can formulate a year-round plan to keep your lawn healthy and beautiful. They also specialize in tree pruning. So, while you are making sure your lawn is healthy, you may want to have a certified arborist checkout your trees as well.

Summer is the time to enjoy the weather and beauty the Midwest has to offer. If your lawn needs attention, or you have some tree pruning needs in Rochester, MN, please give Maier Tree & Lawn a call today. We will come out and complete your summer lawn care projects while you enjoy the sun, or, if you prefer, the air conditioning!

Root Health for Winona, MN Trees

Posted on July 22, 2014 - 1:05 pm by

Maintenance and Repair of Tree Roots in Winona, MN by Maier Tree and Lawn

With the hardiness of Northern Midwest trees, most people may not consider the health of the roots beneath the trees in their yard. But those roots are quite important. Are there dying limbs or discolored leaves on your favorite tree? Maybe you’ve noticed the tree hasn’t been growing at the same rate as in the past few years. Is it because of last year’s drought? Will the tree recover this season, or maybe next year? If something isn’t looking quite right, don’t wait. Maier Tree & Lawn can assess the overall health of your tree. Close to your home here in Winona, MN, we will gladly come and give you options to improve the supporting root system of your tree as well as enhancing the tree’s visual appeal.

At Maier Tree & Lawn we understand that tree health is highly dependent on root health. Growing in an outward radius from the trunk by more than 1.5 times a trees height, the root system supporting your tree is extremely complex. Roots absorb most of the water and nutrients your tree uses to maintain its strength, growth, and beauty. With the threat of pests, construction, a variety of diseases, and poor soil chemistry, keeping your tree on the path toward a century long life can be quite complicated. Taking decades to become mature and full in size and shape, no wonder people quickly see why maintaining their current full-grown tree is the better choice. Keeping trees and their root systems healthy is of utmost concern to us. It’s very important to keep in mind that root health should not be ignored as it correlates directly to lifespan and beauty.

From fertilizer and soil nutrients to water drainage and pests, Maier Tree & Lawn of Rochester and Winona, MN is ready to help get your tree on track to good health. We are ready to work to improve any soil nutrient imbalance your tree roots may encounter. Give us a call or send us an email today to schedule a consultation. We’ll be happy to come and discuss how Maier Tree and Lawn can help you save that beautiful tree, shrub, or bush you really can’t afford to lose.

Stress Prevention and Green Retention | Plant Healthcare in Rochester, MN

Posted on April 28, 2014 - 9:00 am by

Maier Tree & Lawn provides green retention and plant healthcare services in Rochester, MN and the surrounding communities

April is Stress Awareness Month. In the greater Med City region, which includes Rochester, Minnesota, and surrounding southeastern Minnesota communities, health is a big focus thanks to the area being home to a world renowned medical center. Part of a community’s health and wellness is defined by its surroundings. A well maintained space is a happy and healthy one and contributes to a sense of wellbeing. Maier Tree and Lawn provides plant healthcare, lawn care, and tree care services in Rochester, MN and surrounding areas.

Outdoor spaces that are well manicured and free of debris create a sense of calm and care within communities. According to the University of Washington’s Urban Forestry and Urban Greening Research, “More than 100 studies have shown that relaxation and stress reduction are significant benefits associated with spending time in green areas.

Keeping your lawn happy and healthy starts with understanding what inflict stress upon it, such as heat, dry weather, weeds, bugs, and foot traffic. Here are some easy to follow tips to help you lawn live and thrive as stress-free as possible:

  • Before summer’s heat is on, fertilize the lawn to help keep your lawn calm, lush and green.
  • Water your lawn in the morning instead of midday or evening.
  • Make sure your mower blade is sharp. Dull mower blades can shred and stress grass.
  • Keep foot traffic to a minimum on dry grass. When grass is dewy, it springs back. When grass is dry, it does not.
  • Once a lawn is stressed, do not overstress it in an attempt to revive it – aerating and excessive mowing will not bring a lawn back from dry and damaged to lush and green.

Need help keeping your lawn as stress-free as possible but don’t know how to start? Please give us a call! One of our certified technicians will gladly come to your home, determine what your lawn needs, and explain the professional tree care and lawn care services we provide! In the Rochester, MN area, call at 507-286-8733. In the Winona, MN area, you can reach us at 507-454-7000. Contact Maier Tree & Lawn today!

Outdoor Spring Cleaning: Tree Services in Rochester, MN

Posted on April 24, 2014 - 9:00 am by

Maier Tree & Lawn | Tree Care and Tree Services in Rochester and Winona, MN

As temperatures rise and the snow melts away, the long winter wear and tear can be seen in the environment around us. The muddy, brown grass proclaims just that, but it also reminds us of the new growth that will take over as we head into spring. This year, however, there’s the addition of tree branches littering the lawn. The weight of winter has taken a toll on our trees. With Maier Tree and Lawn Care, we can help you clean up from winter and prepare for spring with our tree services in Rochester and Winona, MN.

We offer our tree services to help you recover and improve your lawn from the green oasis you may vaguely recall from last year. Amidst our tree services in Rochester, MN, Maier Tree and Lawn Care offers low cost tree consultation, tree pruning, tree and stump removal, and tree and plant health care.

  • Whether you’re taking care of your current trees or looking to add more, tree consultation can help you assess the condition and maintenance of your trees.
  • To ensure proper growth and a healthy life for your trees, regular tree pruning is necessary; it will help your trees withstand weather conditions and resist decay. Oh, and make your trees look nice! Our arborists have mastered the art and science necessary to care for and beautify your trees.
  • Unfortunately, sometimes the removal of a tree is important to the life and longevity of the rest of your property. No matter the size of your tree, Maier Tree and Lawn Care is ready and able to assist in your tree removal needs. With our many tools and hard-working employees, we’re quick to take on the challenge and do the job well!
  • Part of the life of your trees is important preventative maintenance and fertilization. We provide these services, as well as expert knowledge of insects and diseases, as a part of our tree and healthcare.

Maier Tree and Lawn provides these services and more to the Rochester and Winona areas. However, if this information seems overwhelming, fear not! We’re here to know and understand the information for you, so give us a call and speak with one of our certified arborists. We’re here to help you understand, to improve the healthy and beauty of your property, and to dream of spring colors just beyond the muddy season. We’re almost there! So, allow us to help you make these spring dreams a reality and call Maier Tree & Lawn today.

Loving Your Lawn: Lawn Care in Rochester, MN

Posted on April 21, 2014 - 9:00 am by

Maier Treen &  Lawn provides Rochester, MN Lawn Care, Tree Care, and More!

A walk through my neighborhood reveals different levels of lawn love. From the meticulously manicured emerald yard to the plot of tormented turf in need of a little TLC, lawns show and tell. Sometimes the story they tell is about difficult soil. Sometimes they show off the homeowner’s talent for lawn care and landscaping. If you prefer your lawn tell the latter story, but lack the time or knowledge required to make it happen, turn to Maier Tree and Lawn Service to attain the care your lawn deserves in Rochester and Winona, Minnesota.

What makes one lawn have a pristine look and the other lawn look like it’s lost that loving feeling? It’s a mix of things. If your lawn has looking a little less than appealing, nurture it by:

  • Having a soil test done. A soil test will determine if there are some adjustments that need to be made to the soil to help the grass grow right.
  • Mow the lawn regularly, without overcutting. Make sure the blade of your lawn mower is set to only cut 1/3 of the length of the grass. Cutting the grass too short can lead to a stressed-out lawn.
  • Let the clippings stay. As long as you mow properly, there is no need to rake up the grass clippings or to have them go into a bag. The lawn will use the nutrients from the clippings to become healthier.
  • Mow the lawn when it is dry.

Attractive lawns are more than enjoyable to look at and walk barefoot in. Lawns that show off the level of exceptional lawn care they have received tend to be well fertilized, and well fertilized lawns benefit the environment. When a lawn is fertilized properly, research has shown that it reduces the runoff of water and nutrients, according to the article, “Lawn Maintenance” by John Stier, Assistant Professor of Horticulture, College of Agricultural and Life Sciences at the University of Wisconsin – Madison.

If you have questions about maintaining your lawn or if you lack the time needed to maintain yours, contact Maier Tree and Lawn Service. For Rochester, Minnesota area residents, call (507) 216-5779. For Winona, Minnesota area residents call (507)454-7000.

Looking Forward: Spring Landscape Care

Posted on March 17, 2014 - 9:25 am by

Rochester and Winona Landscape Care by Maier Tree & Lawn

With one winter storm after another, it’s easy to find yourself dreaming of spring. Can you picture it? The early morning serenade of twittering and chirping birds, the smell of fresh rainfall upon a warm gentle breeze, perennial bulbs pushing up shoots like tiny little green arms raised in a final yawn to shrug away the slumber of winter…it’s not too far off! Here’s the thing: You don’t have to just dream about spring. You can be actively pursuing those beautiful spring days even now. How you treat your landscape now during the “off season” will have a lasting effect the rest of the year. To start spring off right, seek professional landscape care in Winona and Rochester, MN, with Maier Tree & Lawn today!

As you anticipate the snowmelt, there are a few things you can get in order now to get a jump on spring lawn care later:
• As ground conditions permit, rake up leaves leftover from the fall and any added debris from the long winter such as twigs and rocks.
• If your lawn has been compacted by heavy snow, consider professional aerating to allow for more growth with the increase of air, moisture, and nutrients.
• To improve your tree growth, consider deep root fertilization in the spring.
• Seek tree care services and advice about pruning.

Making sure your landscape is in tip-top shape can be quite the burden, especially if it needs extra TLC after this harsh winter. Maier Tree & Lawn employs true professionals along with the best systems and products available to boost the health of your landscape with proper care, you can enjoy your beautiful yard from spring’s first greening to winter’s first flakes. Call Maier Tree & Lawn to set up regular landscape maintenance services in Winona and Rochester, MN. Spring will be here in no time, and by being prepared, you’ll be able to spend less time worrying about your yard and more time playing fetch with your dog or running laps with your children. It’s your yard – go out and enjoy it!

Make Buyers Love Your Home with a Great First Impression: Curb Appeal and Landscape Care

Posted on February 14, 2014 - 4:58 pm by

Tree and Landscape Care in Rochester by Maier Tree and Lawn

Maier Tree & Lawn in Rochester, Minnesota, can help a homeowner improve and maintain their lawn and the condition of ailing trees. Such professional landscape care can improve home values and set listing agents’ minds at ease.

For homeowners who have their homes listed on the real estate marketplace in the Rochester area, and for those thinking about listing, now is the time to consider curb appeal. In winter, so long as your house’s exterior is attractive and the cement is in decent repair, prospective home buyers are happy enough. As the snow melts, good landscaping and landscape care in Rochester, MN plays an important role in luring potential buyers by providing attractive curb appeal.

What exactly is curb appeal? According to the dictionary, curb appeal is “The visual attractiveness of a house as seen from the street.” The landscaping is an integral element of every home’s appearance. If not well maintained, home buyers will be subtracting from the house’s value as they consider the cost of bringing the landscape back to health. Regular landscape care can add value to a property just like crown molding does for the interior of a house; it brings a higher level of visual interest and gives the impression that the current homeowners are attentive to details. If there are no trees growing on the property or if the trees appear to be in poor health, buyers may begin subtracting points for that as well. Curb appeal has become so important that there is a show on HGTV dedicated entirely to it.

Some homeowners overlook the value good landscape care brings to a property, because the necessary projects and maintenance can be overwhelming. If a homeowner lacks knowledge and background in maintaining a lawn, the challenge is more than time. When one is overwhelmed it is difficult to know where to start.

The Certified Arborists at Maier Tree & Lawn can assist anyone interested in improving the health of the trees on their property, and our professional and certified staff will gladly determine what your yard needs to be healthy and beautiful.

For more information on lawn care in Rochester, MN and Winona, MN, call our office at 507-286-TREE to talk to one of our Certified Arborists.

Chilly Threats to your Lawn

Posted on January 31, 2014 - 3:06 pm by

Lawn Care Services in Rochester, MN by Maier Tree & Lawn

Lawns in Rochester and Winona, Minnesota go dormant during the winter. With the snow covering the ground and ice on the walkways, it’s hard to imagine any living organism surviving under those cold layers of white fluff. Lawns still thrive though, and interact very much with what is happening above the snowy layer that sits on top of them. It is important to be aware of what is happening to your lawn during the winter months to prevent damage once spring arrives and the snow starts to melt. Maier Tree & Lawn in Rochester, MN offers a few helpful lawn care hints to keep your yard safe from chilly threats during the winter.

Keep heavy traffic to a minimum. We are all guilty of packing down snow in a path to get to the garage, tool shed, or even the door. However, concentrated traffic can have severe effects on your lawn. Be careful with your dormant grass, or it may not green up in the spring as well as the rest of your lawn.

Keep salt on the sidewalks. Rock salt can cause severe damage to your dormant lawn. Make sure you apply ice melting agents only to manmade walkways such as sidewalks and driveways. Be conscious of where you throw your shovels full of snow and ice as well, as you may throw it onto your lawn after salting an icy walkway and unintentionally damage your grass.

Change traffic patterns to prevent ice and snow mold. Southeast Minnesota residents are no stranger to heavy snowfall. One of the most unfortunate events is when ice begins to form under those inches of fresh snow. This creates the perfect environment for snow mold to grow. To prevent snow mold from bothering you in the spring, try changing your traffic patterns. By varying your routes you can prevent some of the compaction and give the area a chance to breath.

Make plans for the spring. Winter is a great time to start working on your lawn care plan for next spring. The plants in your yard are down to their bare bones, so you can see which trees and shrubs need pruning. Spring is also a great time to start over or add something new to your yard. To make planning a little more enjoyable as you stare out the window at your snow covered yard, try hanging a birdfeeder and fill it with your favorite local bird food.

Now is also a great time to contact Maier Tree & Lawn about our annual Lawn Care Service Packages. We offer programs that are completely customized to your lawn to ensure it grows to its full potential. With our expertise and complete lawn analysis, you can be sure your lawn is in the right hands this spring.

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